Qilin Strikes The Paul Wilkinson Law Firm with Ransomware

Ransomware

Summary

On July 15, 2025, the ransomware group Qilin publicly claimed responsibility for an attack targeting
The Paul Wilkinson Law Firm, a Denver-based personal injury law firm. According to the threat actor’s post, they intend to release sensitive data unless negotiations are initiated.


Incident Report

FieldDetails
TargetThe Paul Wilkinson Law Firm
Domainpaulwilkinsonlaw.com
CountryUSA
Attacking GroupQilin
Date ReportedJuly 15, 2025
Threat Actor Statement“The full leak will be published soon, unless a company representative contacts us via the channels provided.”

The Paul Wilkinson Law Firm specializes in helping victims of car, truck, motorcycle, and other motor vehicle accidents. The firm’s commitment to personal injury law has made it a trusted name in Denver.

Qilin, a notorious ransomware group, is known for targeting various industries with the intent to exfiltrate and potentially leak sensitive data.

To proactively respond to such threats, organizations should consider implementing dark web monitoring to detect potential data leaks early. Utilizing resources such as the email breach checker available at MSP Dark Intel can help companies stay vigilant and protect their sensitive information from cybercriminals.

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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