The ransomware claim alleges that the threat actor interlock targeted MBM Intellectual Property Law, a specialized IP law firm in Canada, compromising sensitive legal and intellectual property data. This incident highlights the growing threat to legal institutions handling confidential client information and patent portfolios in Canada. #Canada
Incident Details
- Victim: MBM Intellectual Property Law
- Country: CA
- Actor: interlock
- Source: http://ir3oqafizlapipdyrebrfuk5bxd56zqjemljvfkeb42nzpxvkxwmqpqd.onion/index.php?p=
- Discovered: 2025-08-11 18:51:06.824913
- Published: 2025-08-11 18:50:52.919212
Information
- MBM Intellectual Property Law was targeted in a ransomware attack by the actor Interlock.
- MBM is an IP law firm with offices across Canada, specializing exclusively in intellectual property law.
- The firm employs professionals with diverse academic backgrounds, including Ph.Ds in molecular biology, clinical and organic chemistry, neuroscience, electrical, mechanical, and software engineering.
- MBM also has highly experienced IP litigators on its team.
- Their services encompass obtaining and enforcing various IP rights such as patents, trademarks, industrial designs, copyrights, and trade secrets.
- Additionally, they provide strategic advice related to intellectual property.
Disclaimer: This post is based on public claims made by the ransomware group "interlock". 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.