Ransom! CHEK News (APR-2026)

CHEK News is reported to have been targeted by a ransomware claim attributed to the threat actor qilin, impacting operations in Canada. The claim alleges encryption of data and a ransom demand, with threats to publish stolen information if payment is not made. #Canada

Incident Details

  • Victim: CHEK News
  • Sector: Telecommunication
  • Country: CA
  • Actor: qilin
  • Source: http://ijzn3sicrcy7guixkzjkib4ukbiilwc3xhnmby4mcbccnsd7j2rekvqd.onion/site/view?uuid=cecefc09-2f41-3838-8223-000d3ad145f2
  • Discovered: 2026-04-01 22:29:48.234082
  • Published: 2026-04-01 22:29:26.411748

Information

  • CHEK News (Canada) reportedly targeted in a ransomware incident
  • Attack attributed to the Qilin ransomware group
  • No additional information provided

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.

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