Summary
On October 2, 2025, the ransomware group Qilin publicly claimed responsibility for an attack targeting Mitchell Industries, a U.S.-based company specializing in the manufacturing of Accu-Weld™ wedge wire screens for the petroleum and refining industries. According to the threat actor’s post, they intend to release sensitive data unless negotiations are initiated.
Incident Report
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Target | Mitchell Industries |
| Domain | |
| Country | USA |
| Attacking Group | Qilin |
| Date Reported | October 2, 2025 |
| Threat Actor Statement | “The full leak will be published soon, unless a company representative contacts us via the channels provided.” |
Mitchell Industries is a longstanding player in the gas industry, known for its precision manufacturing of wedge wire screens. The Qilin group, notorious for its aggressive ransomware tactics, has added Mitchell Industries to its list of victims, demanding ransom under the threat of data exposure.
For organizations facing similar threats, proactive monitoring of dark web activity is crucial. This can help in early detection of potential breaches and mitigate damage. We strongly recommend using tools such as MSP DarkIntel’s Domain Breach Scan to stay vigilant and protect your company from future attacks.
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
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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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