PrimeXM’s Hosted Servers currently under Attack by Ransomware

Fazzaco learned that the hosted servers of PrimeXM, one of the prominent global FX technology providers, were attacked by ransomware. The provider also asked its clients to not restart any MT4 or MT5 servers.    

“We would like to inform you that PrimeXM Hosted servers are currently under attack by ransomware. Our PrimeXM engineers are doing all we can to retrieve the servers. For the time being, Please DO NOT restart any MT4/MT5 servers until further notice to avoid disconnections,” the provider stated in the official update.

According to PrimeXM, their engineers are trying to retrieve the servers and working on the solution. Besides, the provider is also monitoring any disconnections on the MT4 or MT5. PrimeXM will share further details if there is any update in the coming days.

Regarding the recent attack on its hosted servers, PrimeXM mentioned that it can offer a new Watchdog server that clients can use in the meantime.