Qilin’s Ransom Rampage: How a Cyber Gang Turned 2025 into a Hacker’s Playground
The ransomware group Qilin is on a roll, claiming over 40 victims monthly in 2025, except for January. With a knack for wreaking havoc, they’ve targeted manufacturing, professional services, and wholesale trade sectors, leaving no shadow copy unturned. Beware, as they blend legitimate tools with cyber trickery in their relentless pursuit of chaos.
Hot Take:
Looks like the Qilin ransomware group is taking their work-from-home situation way too seriously — it’s not just Zoom backgrounds and pajama pants anymore; it’s VPNs and RDPs galore! But hey, at least they’re consistent. With 40 victims a month, they’re working harder than most people’s New Year’s resolutions.
Key Points:
- Qilin ransomware group claims over 40 victims monthly since 2025, barring January.
- The U.S., Canada, the U.K., France, and Germany are the top targets.
- Primary sectors attacked include manufacturing, professional services, and wholesale trade.
- Qilin attacks leverage leaked admin credentials, using VPNs and RDP connections.
- Advanced tactics include using legitimate tools and Linux ransomware on Windows systems.
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