Summary
On July 14, 2025, the notorious ransomware group Cicada3301 claimed responsibility for an attack targeting
Conasa, a Brazilian company operating in the services sector.
According to the threat actor’s post, they intend to release sensitive data unless negotiations are initiated.
Incident Report
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Target | Conasa |
| Domain | |
| Country | Brazil |
| Attacking Group | Cicada3301 |
| Date Reported | July 14, 2025 |
| Threat Actor Statement | “The full leak will be published soon, unless a company representative contacts us via the channels provided.” |
About Conasa
Conasa is a prominent player in Brazil’s services sector, providing a wide range of solutions to businesses across the country. The company has been targeted by the ransomware group Cicada3301, which is known for its sophisticated cyber attacks.
About Cicada3301
Cicada3301 is a cybercriminal group notorious for its complex and high-profile cyber attacks. The group often targets large organizations, demanding ransom in exchange for not releasing sensitive data.
Proactive Response to Ransomware Threats
In light of the increasing threats from ransomware groups like Cicada3301, organizations must adopt proactive measures to safeguard their data. Darkweb monitoring is a critical component in detecting potential breaches early and mitigating risks. Utilize tools like the email breach checker at https://mspdarkintel.com/domain-breach-scan to monitor your company’s exposure and stay ahead of cyber threats.
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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