Summary
On October 6, 2025, the ransomware group Qilin claimed responsibility for an attack targeting Markus Schramm, Rechtsanwalt und Steuerberater (kanzlei-schramm.com), a Germany-based legal consulting firm. The threat actor intends to release sensitive data unless negotiations are initiated.
Incident Report
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Target | Markus Schramm, Rechtsanwalt und Steuerberater |
| Domain | kanzlei-schramm.com |
| Country | Germany |
| Attacking Group | Qilin |
| Date Reported | October 6, 2025 |
| Threat Actor Statement | “The full leak will be published soon, unless a company representative contacts us via the channels provided.” |
About Markus Schramm
Markus Schramm, a well-known legal consulting firm in Germany, has been providing expert legal and tax services for years. The recent attack by Qilin has put the firm’s reputation and client data at risk.
About Qilin Group
The Qilin ransomware group is notorious for targeting organizations across various industries, demanding ransoms in exchange for not leaking sensitive data.
Proactive Measures
Organizations can proactively mitigate such threats through darkweb monitoring. Monitoring potential leaks and exposure on the darkweb can provide early warnings and help in remediation efforts. Utilize tools like the email breach checker to stay informed about your company’s potential data exposures.
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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