Summary
On July 14, 2025, the ransomware group Incransom publicly claimed responsibility for an attack targeting
National Institute of Water Resources, a U.S.-based entity responsible for conserving and efficiently using water resources.
According to the threat actor’s post, they intend to release sensitive data unless negotiations are initiated.
Incident Report
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Target | National Institute of Water Resources |
| Domain | |
| Country | USA |
| Attacking Group | Incransom |
| Date Reported | July 14, 2025 |
| Threat Actor Statement | “The full leak will be published soon, unless a company representative contacts us via the channels provided.” |
About the National Institute of Water Resources
The National Institute of Water Resources is a vital organization in the USA, responsible for the conservation and efficient use of the nation’s water resources. Their mission is to promote sustainable water management practices and protect the country’s water supply.
About Incransom
Incransom is a notorious ransomware group known for targeting critical infrastructure and demanding high ransoms for the release of encrypted data. Their attacks often involve significant data breaches, posing severe threats to organizations worldwide.
Proactive Response and Importance of Darkweb Monitoring
To mitigate the risks associated with ransomware attacks, organizations must proactively monitor darkweb activities to identify potential threats. Utilizing tools such as the email breach checker is crucial in keeping a vigilant eye on your company’s security posture and preventing data breaches before they occur.
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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