In the latest cybersecurity news, buildingmaterialspecialties.com — a company operating in the US — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group lynx. This data breach, discovered on 2025-04-24 22:46:24.818433, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2025.
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Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | buildingmaterialspecialties.com |
| Threat Group | lynx |
| Summary | When time is of the essence- Building Material Specialties has a large inventory of Division 8 and 10 products to ensure short lead times on a large variety of materials. Along with a large inventory, we align ourselves with quality vendors to provide you with quality products at a reasonable price in a reasonable amount of time. Above all else, our experience sets us apart. Collectively our team averages over 25 years of experience in the construction industry. We have a variety of educational, technical, and on-the-job experience to draw from to make your job a success. With our large inventory of quality products and a wealth of experience, BMS can provide you with service that will exceed your expectations. BMS is Forest Stewardship Council® certified! FSC certification ensures that products come from responsibly managed forests that provide environmental, social and economic benefits. FSC to learn more. |
| Date of Breach | 2025-04-24 22:29:13.819000 |
| Discovery Date | 2025-04-24 22:46:24.818433 |
| Region | US |
| Target Domain | buildingmaterialspecialties.com |
| Business Sector | Construction |
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