Foxconn, a leader in electronics manufacturing, is working to recover from a ransomware attack that disrupted several of its North American factories. The attack was claimed by Nitrogen, a ransomware group that has targeted the manufacturing, construction, and technology sectors. Nitrogen alleges it stole 8 terabytes of data, including sensitive files from major companies like Intel, Apple, Google, Dell, and Nvidia. While Foxconn confirmed the breach, details about the attack's timing and the specific systems affected remain unclear. The company has stated that production is returning to normal. Nitrogen, first identified in 2023, has been using sophisticated ransomware tactics, combining stolen code from previous ransomware variants to target critical infrastructure in manufacturing and technology. They reportedly employ a strategy that includes operational disruption and the threat of data exposure to pressure victims. Despite the severity of the attack, Foxconn has not disclosed whether a ransom demand was made. With a significant presence in North America, the company is focused on maintaining production continuity and minimizing the impact on its operations.