Summary: A ransomware attack by the Qilin group has disrupted operations at Lee Enterprises, affecting at least 75 local newspapers in the U.S. The attackers have exfiltrated sensitive data and are demanding a ransom, threatening to leak the stolen information if their demands are not met by March 5.
Affected: Lee Enterprises
Keypoints :
- Qilin ransomware group claimed responsibility for the attack on February 27.
- The attack impacted business applications and disrupted the distribution of print and online publications.
- The hackers have threatened to release 350 GB of stolen data unless a ransom is paid.
Source: https://www.securityweek.com/ransomware-group-takes-credit-for-lee-enterprises-attack/