Summary
On July 16, 2025, the ransomware group DragonForce publicly claimed responsibility for an attack targeting 5àSec, a Switzerland-based company in the manufacturing sector. The attackers have threatened to release sensitive data unless negotiations are initiated.
Incident Report
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Target | 5àSec |
| Domain | |
| Country | Switzerland |
| Attacking Group | DragonForce |
| Date Reported | July 16, 2025 |
| Threat Actor Statement | “To our surprise, company representatives stated that for a network of over 2000 dry cleaners, publishing database dumps for several countries of presence would …” |
About 5àSec
5àSec is a prominent player in the manufacturing sector, particularly known for its extensive network of dry cleaners. Operating across multiple countries, the company has established a reputation for quality service and customer satisfaction.
About DragonForce
DragonForce is a notorious ransomware group known for targeting large organizations with the aim of extorting significant sums of money. Their operations often involve threatening to release sensitive data if their demands are not met.
Proactive Response to Ransomware Threats
Organizations can mitigate the risk of ransomware attacks by implementing proactive measures such as regular data backups, employee training, and dark web monitoring. The importance of monitoring the dark web cannot be understated, as it allows companies to quickly identify and respond to potential threats before they escalate. We recommend using tools like the Email Breach Checker to keep an eye on potential breaches and safeguard your company’s data.
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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