Snake Ransomware Hit Fresenius and Disrupted Honda Networks

Fresenius, Europe’s largest private hospital operator, disclosed a ransomware incident that disrupted parts of its global technology environment while saying patient care continued. Reporting on the attack cited Snake ransomware as the likely cause, a strain associated with targeting large enterprises and stealing unencrypted files before locking systems. The company said it detected a computer virus, activated containment measures, and notified authorities, but did not provide technical details or say whether it would pay a ransom.

Honda also investigated network disruptions in Europe and Japan that were widely linked to SNAKE/EKANS ransomware. Researchers said a malware sample appeared tailored for Honda, checking for the internal domain mds.honda.com and referencing an IP tied to the company, indicating deliberate targeting rather than opportunistic spread. The incidents unfolded amid broader warnings from INTERPOL that cybercriminals were intensifying ransomware attacks against critical healthcare institutions, underscoring how Snake operators were pursuing both industrial and healthcare organizations.