Summary
On October 7, 2025, the ransomware group Blacknevas publicly claimed responsibility for an attack targeting T. Choithram And Sons, LLC (choithrams.com), a UAE-based grocery retail chain. According to the threat actor’s post, they intend to release sensitive data unless negotiations are initiated.
Incident Report
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Target | T. Choithram And Sons, LLC |
| Domain | choithrams.com |
| Country | UAE |
| Attacking Group | Blacknevas |
| Date Reported | October 7, 2025 |
| Threat Actor Statement | “The full leak will be published soon, unless a company representative contacts us via the channels provided.” |
About the Company
Choithrams is a leading grocery retail chain in the Middle East, renowned for its extensive product range and commitment to quality. Operating in the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, and Oman, the company has built a reputation for trust and innovation since its establishment in 1974.
About the Threat Actor
Blacknevas is a notorious ransomware group known for targeting high-profile organizations worldwide. Their modus operandi involves encrypting sensitive data and demanding ransom payments to prevent public disclosure.
Proactive Response and Dark Web Monitoring
In light of such threats, organizations are urged to adopt proactive measures like dark web monitoring to detect and mitigate potential risks. Utilizing tools like the domain breach scan can help companies keep an eye on potential breaches and safeguard their data proactively.
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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