MSI is a global hardware manufacturer that is making laptops, desktop systems, servers, motherboards, graphics card, and more. Sometimes, these locations are the only places to obtain certain updates for products. While a manufacturer's website is often visited first when it comes to downloading updated firmware, drivers or software, it is not uncommon for these files to also be available on third-party sites, e.g., sites specialized in hardware or enthusiasts forum. MSI asks customers of its products to only obtain firmware and BIOS updates from its official website, and not use any files related to updating MSI products from sources other than the official website.

The notification includes a recommendation to customers. MSI notes that the systems that were affected by the cyberattack have resumed operations and that the whole incident had 'no significant impact on financial business'. The incident was reported to local authorities and cybersecurity units as a response. MSI activated defensive countermeasures when it became aware of the attack and has carried out recovery measures.

In it, MSI describes that its information systems have suffered a cyberattack.

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