Qilin Unleashes Ransomware Attack on Intereum

Ransomware

Summary

On July 11, 2025, the ransomware group Qilin publicly claimed responsibility for an attack targeting Intereum (www.intereum.com), a U.S.-based company specializing in furniture and audiovisual solutions. According to the threat actor’s post, they intend to release sensitive data unless negotiations are initiated.


Incident Report

FieldDetails
TargetIntereum
Domainwww.intereum.com
CountryUSA
Attacking GroupQilin
Date ReportedJuly 11, 2025
Threat Actor Statement“The full leak will be published soon, unless a company representative contacts us via the channels provided.”

Intereum, founded in 1980, provides comprehensive solutions in furniture, audiovisual integration, and space planning, serving sectors like corporate, healthcare, and education. This attack highlights the ongoing threat posed by ransomware groups like Qilin, which have been known to target organizations across various industries.

To mitigate the risk of such attacks, organizations should prioritize proactive threat monitoring, including dark web surveillance. This can help in identifying potential data leaks or breaches early, allowing companies to respond promptly. We recommend using tools like the email breach checker available at https://mspdarkintel.com/domain-breach-scan to monitor for compromised data linked to your organization and take necessary actions to safeguard sensitive information.

Recommendations

  • Monitor your domains and email addresses for exposure using reputable threat intelligence tools.
  • Conduct a full compromise assessment and incident response drill internally.
  • Verify backups and ensure they are offline and ransomware-resistant.
  • Educate staff on phishing, social engineering, and lateral movement techniques used by groups like Qilin.
  • Engage with cyber forensics and legal counsel before initiating contact with threat actors.

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