Strix assures shareholders after Russian cyberattack

Kettle safety technology and water filtration company Strix Group has recently been the subject of a cyber incident of Russian origin, it claimed on Monday.

The AIM-traded firm said that on becoming aware of the incident, which mainly impacted its Isle of Man and UK servers, it “immediately engaged” external specialists and took precautionary measures with its IT infrastructure, including taking its systems offline while it investigated the nature and extent of the incident, and implemented its business continuity plan.

It said the systems were now restored, and fully operational.

Strix said there was “no impact” on customer orders or sales, with all businesses within the group remaining operational.

“The company has also appointed cyber security experts to continue to monitor and support the group with this incident, as well as report on the attack and make recommendations to further enhance and refine the group's processes and procedures,” the board said in its statement.

“These recommendations will be implemented.

“The group is fully aware of its obligations and is working with its professional advisers, the police and relevant regulatory authorities and will provide further updates as and when appropriate.”

At 1146 GMT, shares in Strix Group were down 0.09% at 243.29p.