Ransomware Ruckus: Inotiv’s Data Drama Unfolds as Qilin Claims Credit
Inotiv, a pharmaceutical firm, found itself at the center of a cyber soap opera when its systems were encrypted by the Qilin ransomware group. Now, they’re racing to restore operations while Qilin claims to have stolen 176GB of data. Meanwhile, law enforcement and cybersecurity experts dive into the digital drama.
Hot Take:
Looks like Inotiv got an unsolicited prescription from the Qilin Group: one hefty dose of ransomware, with a side of chaos. They say laughter is the best medicine, but in this case, a robust cybersecurity plan might be a better remedy. Let’s hope their business continuity strategy is more effective than their antivirus software!
Key Points:
- Inotiv, a U.S.-based pharmaceutical firm, was hit by a ransomware attack on August 8, 2025.
- The attack encrypted some systems and data, disrupting their operations.
- The Qilin ransomware group claimed responsibility, alleging the theft of 176GB of data.
- Inotiv is working with cybersecurity experts and law enforcement to investigate and recover.
- There is no timeline for when full system recovery will be achieved.
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