Data Breaches
A new extortion gang known as BlackFile, linked to the broader criminal network “The Com,” has been targeting retail and hospitality organizations since February 2026, using vishing-to-fake-SSO-phishing chains to steal credentials, exfiltrate SaaS data, and demand seven-figure ransom payments. ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA — A surge in sophisticated voice-phishing (vishing) attacks has put
Data Breaches
The education publishing giant is the latest victim of a widespread cloud configuration issue, with reports suggesting up to 13.5 million accounts may be impacted by an extortion-linked breach. NEW YORK, NY — McGraw Hill, one of the world’s "Big Three" educational publishers, has confirmed a significant
FinTech Security
The global crypto exchange confirms it is the target of a blackmail plot involving internal data, but maintains that core trading systems and client funds remain isolated and secure. SAN FRANCISCO, CA — Kraken, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, is currently navigating an active extortion campaign after a
Data Breaches
The studio behind Grand Theft Auto has confirmed a security incident involving the unauthorized access of corporate data, with the notorious ShinyHunters group claiming responsibility and threatening a massive leak if a ransom is not paid by April 14. NEW YORK, NY — Rockstar Games has confirmed it is investigating a