Qilin threat actors have claimed to have compromised Simmons-Boardman Publishing, Inc., a long-established B2B publisher in the United States, by deploying ransomware to encrypt its digital and print assets. The incident highlights a targeted attack against a prominent organization in the US. #United States
Incident Details
- Victim: simmons-Boardman Publishing, Inc
- Country: US
- Actor: qilin
- Source: http://ijzn3sicrcy7guixkzjkib4ukbiilwc3xhnmby4mcbccnsd7j2rekvqd.onion/site/view?uuid=7accada7-8dff-31cf-9ea9-4b96bc78c5b5
- Discovered: 2025-06-30 21:29:43.635035
- Published: 2025-06-30 00:00:00.000000
Information
- Ransomware attack targeted Simmons-Boardman Publishing, Inc.
- Perpetrated by the actor Qilin.
- Simmons-Boardman Publishing Corporation is a longstanding and reputable private B2B publisher.
- The company’s offerings include a diverse range of print and digital products.
- Product portfolio encompasses magazines, books, directories, email newsletters, conferences, and web services.
Disclaimer: This post is based on public claims made by the ransomware group "qilin". I cannot confirm the accuracy of the information. However, I would be happy to share any official statement from the affected organization to provide clarification.