Summary
On October 3, 2025, the ransomware group ShinyHunters publicly claimed responsibility for an attack targeting
Home Depot, a U.S.-based company renowned for being the largest home improvement retailer.
According to the threat actor’s post, they intend to release sensitive data unless negotiations are initiated.
Incident Report
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Target | Home Depot |
| Domain | |
| Country | USA |
| Attacking Group | ShinyHunters |
| Date Reported | October 3, 2025 |
| Threat Actor Statement | “The full leak will be published soon, unless a company representative contacts us via the channels provided.” |
About Home Depot
Home Depot is the largest home improvement retailer in the United States, offering a wide array of tools, construction products, and services. Catering to DIY enthusiasts and professional contractors alike, the company is a pivotal player in the retail sector.
About ShinyHunters
ShinyHunters is a notorious cybercriminal group known for targeting various organizations globally, often demanding ransom for data. Their attacks have significant implications for businesses in terms of data security and financial loss.
Proactive Response to Cyber Threats
In the wake of increasing cyber threats, organizations must adopt proactive measures like dark web monitoring to safeguard sensitive data. Utilizing tools such as the Domain Breach Scan can help companies stay vigilant against potential data breaches, providing an additional layer of security.
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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