Summary
On July 16, 2025, the ransomware group Play publicly claimed responsibility for an attack targeting IMSSA Manufacturing (www.imssa1.com), a U.S.-based company in the manufacturing sector. The attackers threaten to release sensitive data unless negotiations are initiated.
Incident Report
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Target | IMSSA Manufacturing |
| Domain | www.imssa1.com |
| Country | USA |
| Attacking Group | Play |
| Date Reported | July 16, 2025 |
| Threat Actor Statement | “The full leak will be published soon, unless a company representative contacts us via the channels provided.” |
About IMSSA Manufacturing
IMSSA Manufacturing is a key player in the manufacturing sector, known for its innovation and quality. Despite strong cybersecurity measures, the Play group’s attack has put sensitive data at risk, underscoring the evolving nature of cyber threats.
About the Play Group
The Play group is notorious for its sophisticated ransomware attacks, often targeting large enterprises to maximize disruption and potential ransom payouts. Their modus operandi involves encrypting critical data and demanding payment for decryption keys.
Proactive Response to Cyber Threats
Organizations can proactively respond to such threats by implementing robust cybersecurity measures, including dark web monitoring. Staying informed about potential threats is crucial, and using tools like the Email Breach Checker can help companies monitor potential breaches and protect sensitive 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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