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Defunct But Not Forgotten: Cybercriminals Target Ghost Company for Data Haul!
In a twist worthy of a cyber-crime sitcom, the Akira Ransomware gang targeted the defunct Regency Media, a company that’s been out of business since 2023. Their motivation? Who knows! But they’ve leaked 16GB of sensitive data, proving that even shuttered companies aren’t safe from cyber criminals.
Hot Take:
When it comes to ransomware, Regency Media’s ghostly presence on the dark web proves that even defunct companies aren’t safe from the clutches of nefarious hackers. It’s like robbing a grave—but with data!
Key Points:
- Akira Ransomware gang has leaked sensitive data from the defunct Regency Media on the dark web.
- Regency Media has been non-operational since 2023, questioning the motives behind targeting a defunct company.
- 16GB of sensitive data including personal information, financial records, and NDAs were exposed.
- Cybersecurity experts suggest the data breach might have occurred during the company’s operational end in 2023.
- The case exemplifies that cybercrime is motivated by financial gain, regardless of the victim’s operational status.
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