Summary
On July 17, 2025, the ransomware group Qilin publicly claimed responsibility for an attack targeting KEP Credit Union KEP, a financial institution based in Curacao. The attackers have threatened to release sensitive data unless negotiations are initiated.
Incident Report
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Target | KEP Credit Union KEP |
| Domain | Not available |
| Country | Curacao |
| Attacking Group | Qilin |
| Date Reported | July 17, 2025 |
| Threat Actor Statement | “The full leak will be published soon, unless a company representative contacts us via the channels provided.” |
About KEP Credit Union
KEP Credit Union offers professional and personal financial services tailored to the needs of its members, focusing on saving, investment, and lending. The organization aims to provide flexible loan options and facilitate investment opportunities.
About the Qilin Group
The Qilin ransomware group is known for its aggressive tactics and has been linked to various high-profile cyberattacks. Their modus operandi includes demanding ransom from victims by threatening to release sensitive data.
Proactive Response to Ransomware Threats
Organizations need to be proactive in monitoring the dark web to detect and respond to threats early. Utilizing services like dark web monitoring and breach scanners can help protect sensitive data. We recommend using our email breach checker at mspdarkintel.com/domain-breach-scan to stay informed about potential vulnerabilities affecting your organization.
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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