UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D)
OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): June 26, 2022
WESTINGHOUSE AIR BRAKE TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION
(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)
Delaware
(State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)
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033-90866
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25-1615902
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(Commission File No.)
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(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
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30 Isabella Street
Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania
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15212
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(Address of Principal Executive Offices)
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(Zip Code)
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(412) 825-1000
(Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code)
Not Applicable
(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report.)
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Title of Each Class
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Trading Symbol
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Name of Each Exchange on Which Registered
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Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share
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WAB
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New York Stock Exchange
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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this
chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).
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Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation (the “Company”) detected a cyber security incident, which impacted the Company’s network, on June 26, 2022. The Company promptly
activated incident response protocols, which included shutting down certain systems, commenced an investigation of the incident, which is ongoing, and notified law enforcement authorities.
At this time the Company does not believe the incident will have a material impact on the Company.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This communication contains “forward-looking” statements as that term is defined in securities laws. Forward-looking statements are
sometimes identified by words or expressions, such as “believe” and “will.” Forward-looking statements are based upon current expectations and as such are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Should one or more of these risks or
uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those indicated or anticipated by such forward-looking statements. The inclusion of such statements should not be regarded as a
representation that such plans, estimates or expectations will be achieved.
The risks and uncertainties in connection with such forward-looking statements related to the cybersecurity incident include, but are
not limited to, the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstances relating to the scope of the incident; the nature, type and amount of data accessed; the risk of any data loss; the compromise or improper use of sensitive, proprietary,
confidential financial or personal data or information resulting in negative consequences such as fines, penalties, or loss of reputation, competitiveness or customers; any future operational interruptions; the Company’s ability to assess and
remedy the incident; the Company’s steps to minimize unauthorized access into its information systems, including the timing and effectiveness of adding enhanced security features and monitoring procedures; incremental expenses associated with the
Company’s on-going assessment of the incident and remedial actions taken in response to the incident; the nature and scope of any claims, litigation or regulatory proceedings that may result from the incident; the availability of insurance
coverage; other legal, reputational and financial risks resulting from this or other cybersecurity incidents and the potential impact of this incident on our revenues, operating expenses, and operating results.
The foregoing list of important risk factors is not exclusive. Any forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this
communication. The Company does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information or development, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. Readers are cautioned not to place
undue reliance on any of these forward-looking statements.
SIGNATURE
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the Company has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned
hereunto duly authorized.
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WESTINGHOUSE AIR BRAKE
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TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION
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By:
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/s/ John A. Olin
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John A. Olin
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Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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Date: July 25, 2022
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