Ransomware Alert: Handala Strikes Y.G. New Idan Ltd
Summary
On June 14, 2025, the ransomware group Handala publicly claimed responsibility for an attack targeting Y.G. New Idan Ltd, a South Korea-based entity involved in military base design and construction. According to the threat actor’s post, 339 gigabytes of classified data will be leaked unless negotiations are initiated.
Incident Report
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Target | Y.G. New Idan Ltd |
| Country | South Korea |
| Attacking Group | Handala |
| Date Reported | June 14, 2025 |
| Threat Actor Statement | “339 gigabytes of classified data are in our possession, and they will be leaked soon, for everyone to see.” |
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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