Summary
On July 10, 2025, the ransomware group Kraken publicly claimed responsibility for an attack targeting
Wheels Automotive Dealer Supplies (wheelsauto.com), a Canadian company specializing in automotive retail products.
According to the threat actor’s post, they intend to release sensitive data unless negotiations are initiated.
Incident Report
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Target | Wheels Automotive Dealer Supplies |
| Domain | wheelsauto.com |
| Country | Canada |
| Attacking Group | Kraken |
| Date Reported | July 10, 2025 |
| Threat Actor Statement | “The full leak will be published soon, unless a company representative contacts us via the channels provided.” |
Wheels Automotive Dealer Supplies has been a leader in the Canadian automotive retail sector for over 35 years. The company’s dedication to quality products and customer satisfaction has made it a target for cybercriminals looking to exploit valuable data.
The Kraken group is known for their aggressive ransomware campaigns, often targeting businesses with significant data assets. Their threats to release sensitive information are taken seriously by affected organizations.
To proactively respond to such threats, organizations should consider implementing dark web monitoring services. Understanding the importance of early detection of compromised credentials on the dark web can help prevent potential attacks. We recommend using tools like the email breach checker at MSP Darkintel Domain Breach Scan to keep an eye on your company’s digital footprint.
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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