Dragonforce Strikes Burnett and Son Meat with Ransomware

Ransomware

Summary

On July 16, 2025, the ransomware group Dragonforce publicly claimed responsibility for an attack targeting
Burnett and Son Meat, a U.S.-based company specializing in ready-to-eat microwaveable meats and meals.
According to the threat actor’s post, they intend to release sensitive data unless negotiations are initiated.


Incident Report

FieldDetails
TargetBurnett and Son Meat
Domain
CountryUSA
Attacking GroupDragonforce
Date ReportedJuly 16, 2025
Threat Actor Statement“The full leak will be published soon, unless a company representative contacts us via the channels provided.”

About Burnett and Son Meat

Burnett and Son Meat Company specializes in developing ready-to-eat microwaveable meats and meals. They are known for their unique blend of culinary proficiency, food trend knowledge, and food science expertise.

About Dragonforce

Dragonforce is a notorious ransomware group known for targeting various sectors worldwide. They leverage advanced techniques to infiltrate systems and demand hefty ransoms to prevent data leaks.

Proactive Response to Ransomware Threats

Organizations must remain vigilant against ransomware threats. Proactive dark web monitoring can help identify potential breaches before they escalate. Utilizing tools like the Domain Breach Scan can assist in monitoring email breaches to safeguard your company’s confidential 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.
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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