Embargo Strikes Hawai’i Unified with Devastating Ransomware Attack

Ransomware

Summary

On June 24, 2025, the ransomware group Embargo publicly claimed responsibility for an attack targeting
Hawai’i Unified (hawaiiunified.com), a U.S.-based company providing various contracting services.
According to the threat actor’s post, they intend to release 65 GB of sensitive data unless negotiations are initiated.


Incident Report

FieldDetails
TargetHawai’i Unified
Domainhawaiiunified.com
CountryUSA
Attacking GroupEmbargo
Date ReportedJune 24, 2025
Threat Actor Statement“We hacked Hawai’i Unified. Today, we disclose 65 GB of 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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