Summary
On July 15, 2025, the ransomware group Akira publicly claimed responsibility for an attack targeting BAF Management Consulting, a Germany-based consulting firm. According to the threat actor’s post, they intend to release sensitive data unless negotiations are initiated.
Incident Report
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Target | BAF Management Consulting |
| Country | Germany |
| Attacking Group | Akira |
| Date Reported | July 15, 2025 |
| Threat Actor Statement | “We are going to upload company data soon. They claim to process your data exclusively in accordance with applicable legal regulations but failed. Lots of client accounting and financial data, employee information, etc.” |
About BAF Management Consulting
BAF Management Consulting is a leading firm in Germany offering expert consulting services across various industries. The firm’s commitment to data security is under scrutiny following this breach.
About Akira Ransomware Group
The Akira ransomware group is known for their sophisticated attacks targeting organizations worldwide. They often threaten to release sensitive data to pressure victims into paying ransoms.
Proactive Response to Ransomware Threats
Organizations can proactively respond to ransomware threats by implementing dark web monitoring strategies. This approach helps identify potential data breaches early and mitigate risks effectively. We recommend using tools like the Email Breach Checker to monitor your company’s exposure and enhance your cybersecurity measures.
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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Disclaimer
The MSPDarkIntel team does not engage in the exfiltration, downloading, taking, hosting, viewing, reposting, or disclosure of any stolen information.
All breach data reported here is sourced from publicly available threat intelligence feeds for awareness and early-warning purposes only.
Our goal is to inform organizations of emerging threats so they can take timely defensive action.
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