Summary
On July 11, 2025, the ransomware group DragonForce publicly claimed responsibility for an attack targeting City of Keene, NH. The attackers have threatened to release sensitive data unless their demands are met.
Incident Report
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Target | City of Keene, NH |
| Domain | N/A |
| Country | USA |
| Attacking Group | DragonForce |
| Date Reported | July 11, 2025 |
| Threat Actor Statement | “The full leak will be published soon, unless a company representative contacts us via the channels provided.” |
About the City of Keene, NH
The City of Keene is located in Cheshire County, New Hampshire, USA. It serves as the county seat and is known for its rich history and vibrant local community.
About DragonForce
DragonForce is a notorious ransomware group known for targeting local governments and public sector organizations. Their attacks often involve data encryption and threats of data leaks unless ransoms are paid.
Proactive Measures Against Ransomware Threats
Organizations are encouraged to proactively respond to ransomware threats through dark web monitoring. This includes scanning for potential data breaches and staying informed about emerging threats. Utilize resources like the Domain Breach Scan to keep an eye on your company’s data and ensure swift actions are taken in the event of a breach.
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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