Summary
On October 8, 2025, the ransomware group Medusa publicly claimed responsibility for an attack targeting
Lux Actuaries & Consultants (luxactuaries.com), a UAE-based independent actuarial consultancy.
According to the threat actor’s post, they intend to release sensitive data unless negotiations are initiated.
Incident Report
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Target | Lux Actuaries & Consultants |
| Domain | luxactuaries.com |
| Country | UAE |
| Attacking Group | Medusa |
| Date Reported | October 8, 2025 |
| Threat Actor Statement | “The full leak will be published soon, unless a company representative contacts us via the channels provided.” |
Lux Actuaries & Consultants, headquartered in Dubai, UAE, is known for its extensive actuarial services, catering to a wide array of sectors including insurance and banking. With a global presence, they are integral to many financial institutions requiring specialized insights.
The Medusa ransomware group is infamous for targeting organizations across various sectors, employing tactics that pressure victims into negotiations by threatening data exposure.
To proactively respond to such threats, it’s crucial to engage in continuous darkweb monitoring. This approach helps in early detection of potential threats, allowing organizations to respond in a timely manner. Additionally, using tools like the email breach checker at https://mspdarkintel.com/domain-breach-scan can help monitor any unauthorized data exposure related to your company.
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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