Summary
On July 8, 2025, the ransomware group Direwolf publicly claimed responsibility for an attack targeting INICIA, a UK-based company specializing in poultry-related products and services. According to the threat actor’s post, they intend to release sensitive data unless negotiations are initiated.
Incident Report
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Target | INICIA |
| Domain | |
| Country | UK |
| Attacking Group | Direwolf |
| Date Reported | July 8, 2025 |
| Threat Actor Statement | “The full leak will be published soon, unless a company representative contacts us via the channels provided.” |
About INICIA and Direwolf
INICIA Ltd is a prominent company in the UK, offering a diverse range of poultry-related products and services. This attack by Direwolf, a notorious ransomware group, highlights the ongoing threats faced by businesses worldwide.
Proactive Response to Ransomware Threats
Organizations must adopt proactive measures to safeguard against ransomware threats. Dark web monitoring plays a crucial role in identifying potential risks before they escalate. We recommend using tools like the Domain Breach Scan to monitor for compromised data and protect your company’s interests.
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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