Summary
On October 6, 2025, the ransomware group Akira publicly claimed responsibility for an attack targeting Natoli Engineering (natoli.com), a U.S.-based leader in tablet compression tooling. According to the threat actor’s post, they have obtained over 936GB of sensitive data and intend to release it unless negotiations are initiated.
Incident Report
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Target | Natoli Engineering |
| Domain | natoli.com |
| Country | USA |
| Attacking Group | Akira |
| Date Reported | October 6, 2025 |
| Threat Actor Statement | “We are ready to upload more than 936GB data. There are lots of essential corporate documents such as: financial data (audit, payment details, financial reports, invoices), employees and customers information (passports, driver’s license, Social Security Numbers, death/birth certificates, emails, phones) confidential information, NDAs and other documents with detailed personal information.” |
Natoli Engineering is a key player in the manufacturing sector, particularly in the production of high-quality punches and dies for tablet compression. The company prides itself on its extensive experience and the precision of its products. The Akira group, known for its sophisticated ransomware tactics, has made headlines in the past for targeting major organizations. This incident underscores the importance of robust cybersecurity measures.
Organizations should proactively monitor for threats on the dark web to detect potential breaches early. It’s crucial to implement comprehensive security protocols, employee training, and regular audits. Additionally, using tools such as the email breach checker at MSP Dark Intel Domain Breach Scan can help companies keep an eye on potential exposure of their sensitive information.
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.
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Our goal is to inform organizations of emerging threats so they can take timely defensive action.
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