National Presto Industries of Wisconsin Faces Operational Disruptions Following Cyberattack
National Presto Industries, Inc., a renowned home appliance manufacturer located in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, experienced a significant system outage on March 1, 2025, due to a cyberattack. The company promptly activated its incident response team, comprising internal staff and external cybersecurity experts, to investigate the breach. While the forensic analysis is ongoing, no definitive conclusions have been reached regarding the extent of the intrusion. Law enforcement and relevant regulatory bodies have been notified as part of the response protocol.
The cyberattack has disrupted several critical operations, including shipping, receiving, manufacturing processes, and back-office functions. National Presto Industries has implemented temporary measures to maintain essential services while working diligently to restore affected systems. The company acknowledges that the incident may materially impact its financial condition and operational results, with the full scope of the damage yet to be determined.