Summary
On July 16, 2025, the ransomware group Play publicly claimed responsibility for an attack targeting
Morrison Companies (morrison-usa.com), a U.S.-based company specializing in real estate management.
According to the threat actor’s post, they intend to release sensitive data unless negotiations are initiated.
Incident Report
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Target | Morrison Companies |
| Domain | morrison-usa.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 Morrison Companies
Morrison Companies is a prominent player in the real estate management sector in the United States. Their expertise in handling property assets makes them a significant target for cyber threats.
About the Play Group
The Play group is notorious for their relentless ransomware attacks on various industries. They exploit vulnerabilities to infiltrate systems and demand ransom in exchange for data security.
Proactive Response to Ransomware Threats
Organizations can mitigate the risk of ransomware attacks by actively monitoring the dark web for potential threats. Implementing dark web monitoring services can alert companies to data leaks and compromised credentials, allowing for swift action. Utilize our Domain Breach Scan tool to keep an eye on your company’s exposure and protect your assets.
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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