Summary: A new ransomware group called Arkana Security claims to have compromised the systems of WideOpenWest (WOW!), a US telecommunications provider, stealing critical customer information and gaining control over essential internal systems. The group employs various tactics to extort payments by threatening to leak stolen data on the dark web. WOW! has not yet confirmed the breach, which could result in significant reputational and legal repercussions for the company.
Affected: WideOpenWest (WOW!)
Keypoints :
- Arkana Security claims to have hacked WOW! by exploiting vulnerabilities in their systems.
- The group has stolen sensitive customer data and is threatening to publish it unless a ransom is paid.
- They allege to have full control over critical internal systems, allowing for malicious activities such as malware deployment and data manipulation.
Source: https://www.securityweek.com/new-ransomware-group-claims-attack-on-us-telecom-firm-wideopenwest/