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13 articles tagged "extortion"
Telus Digital Suffers Massive Data Breach by ShinyHunters Group
Telus Digital, a major business process outsourcing provider, has been hit by a sophisticated cyberattack from the ShinyHunters extortion group, with reports suggesting up to one petabyte of data may have been stolen. The attack demonstrates a new breed of strategic data theft operations that use legitimate access to avoid detection.
Chicago Cybersecurity Employee Accused of $75M Ransomware Scheme
Federal prosecutors allege Angelo Martino, a former DigitalMint employee, orchestrated ransomware attacks while simultaneously negotiating ransom payments for the victims. The scheme allegedly extracted over $75 million from businesses across multiple industries through coordinated cyberattacks.
Telus Probes Cyberattack on Digital Unit by ShinyHunters
Telus Corp. is investigating a cybersecurity breach at its recently reacquired Telus Digital division, where hackers claiming to be ShinyHunters allegedly accessed systems and stole data. The telecom giant says all systems remain operational with no customer service disruptions reported.
England Hockey Probes Ransomware Attack by AiLock Gang
England Hockey is investigating a potential data breach after the AiLock ransomware group claimed to have stolen 129GB of data from the organization. The governing body for field hockey in England is working with external specialists and law enforcement as the threat actors demand ransom payment.
Unit 42 Reports 90% of Cyberattacks Exploit Identity Weaknesses
Palo Alto Networks' Unit 42 responded to over 750 major cyber incidents in 2025, revealing that identity vulnerabilities played a material role in nearly 90% of investigations. The report highlights four major trends shaping 2026's threat landscape, including AI acceleration of attacks and supply chain exploitation.
Albemarle County, Virginia, Unveils Ransomware Attack Perpetrator
Albemarle County officials have revealed that INC Ransom was behind a ransomware cyberattack that compromised the internet in government offices and potentially exposed personal data.
Coinbase Fights Back Against Cyber Extortionists with Transparency
Coinbase details a cyber extortion attempt aimed at customer data theft, while affirming customer protection and security measures taken. They are rejecting ransom demands in favor of a reward for information on the attackers.
PowerSchool Confirms Ransom Payment Amid Ongoing Cyber Threats
PowerSchool acknowledges its payment of a ransom to deter further extortion after a December data breach revealed sensitive student and teacher information. The ongoing threat from cybercriminals raises concerns over data security in educational institutions.
Port of Seattle Faces Ransomware Threat Amid Data Breach Attempts
A ransomware group has attempted to extort the Port of Seattle for 100 bitcoin, threatening to release stolen personal data. The port has identified the attack and is assessing the breach.
Albany County School District Addresses PowerSchool Data Breach
Albany County School District #1 is addressing concerns from a recent data breach involving PowerSchool, emphasizing their commitment to cybersecurity and transparency.
Inside Scattered Spider: The Cybercrime Network Shaking Industries
Scattered Spider, a notorious hacking group, has made headlines for high-profile cyberattacks on major corporations like Caesars and MGM. Comprised mostly of young hackers, the group operates under multiple aliases and utilizes advanced social engineering tactics.
Ransomware Attacks Escalate Tactics Amid Payment Refusals
Ransomware gangs are adopting increasingly brutal tactics as victims refuse to pay ransoms, including the release of sensitive data and graphic images.
Oakland Ransomware Group Threatens to Release Stolen Data
The Play ransomware group vows to release sensitive information stolen from Oakland, California, disrupting city services and prompting an ongoing investigation.