Topic: qilin ransomware group
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Europol Debunks Fake $50,000 Ransomware Reward Claim
Europol confirmed a fraudulent Telegram channel impersonating the agency and offering a $50,000 reward for information on Qilin ransomware administrators is fabricated, clarifying it did not originate from any official source. The impersonator admitted the scheme was a hoax designed to mislead jo...
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Inotiv Pharma Hit by Ransomware Attack, Disrupting Operations
Inotiv, a major pharmaceutical research firm, suffered a ransomware attack on August 8, 2025, which encrypted systems and disrupted operations, prompting immediate containment efforts. The Qilin ransomware group claimed responsibility, stating they stole 162,000 files totaling 176GB, with some da...
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Qilin’s “Call Lawyer” Tactic: Ransomware Adds a Legal Threat Layer
Ransomware group Qilin has added a “Call Lawyer” feature to its affiliate toolkit, allowing attackers to simulate legal threats during ransom talks. Experts say it’s mostly a psychological ploy—but it reflects how ransomware is morphing into a business with branding, negotiation scripts, and customer-service-style interfaces.
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