Dragonforce Strikes: Ransomware Attack on Cofiex Asesoría de Empresas

Ransomware

Summary

On October 8, 2025, the ransomware group Dragonforce claimed responsibility for an attack targeting
Cofiex Asesoría de Empresas, S.L (cofiex.es), a Spain-based business consulting and tax advisory firm.
The attackers threaten to release sensitive data unless negotiations are initiated.


Incident Report

FieldDetails
TargetCofiex Asesoría de Empresas, S.L
Domaincofiex.es
CountrySpain
Attacking GroupDragonforce
Date ReportedOctober 8, 2025
Threat Actor Statement“The full leak will be published soon, unless a company representative contacts us via the channels provided.”

About Cofiex Asesoría de Empresas, S.L

Cofiex Asesoría de Empresas, S.L is a business consulting and tax advisory firm based in Navalmoral de la Mata, Cáceres, Extremadura, Spain. They offer services in accounting, tax advisory, labor management, and business consultancy. Despite the current state of their website, their operations continue offline and through direct contact.

About Dragonforce

Dragonforce is a notorious ransomware group known for targeting organizations across various sectors to extort money by threatening to release sensitive data unless their demands are met.

Proactive Response to Ransomware Threats

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Recommendations

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  • 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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