### Malware Overview
NotPetya, a variant of the Petya ransomware, has been deployed, resulting in widespread disruption across pharmaceutical operations.

### Effects Observed
- **System Lockdowns**: Critical systems have been encrypted, making data recovery difficult without backups.
- **Operational Halt**: Production and distribution channels have experienced significant downtime.

### Immediate Actions
- Initiate incident response protocols focused on containment and eradication.
- Begin forensic analysis to understand malware spread and potential points of persistence.