The ransomware claim alleges that PayoutsKing targeted MediaLab, a prominent US-based tech company with a vast digital media portfolio, demanding ransom for data decryption. The attack has potentially compromised their extensive user base, which spans over 60 million users monthly. #United States
Incident Details
- Victim: MEDIALAB
- Country: US
- Actor: payoutsking
- Source: https:/payoutsgn7cy6uliwevdqspncjpfxpmzgirwl2au65la7rfs5x3qnbqd.onion/detail_post/PtvoALIb7ymu4dlUTGJi
- Discovered: 2025-07-15 16:50:57.789852
- Published: 2025-07-15 14:54:00.000000
Information
- MediaLab is a tech company that owns and operates a portfolio of leading digital brands.
- Their brands include Whisper, Kik, Datpiff, and Worldstar Hip Hop.
- Their platforms serve over 60 million users every month.
- They focus on acquiring, investing in, and building sustainable, user-centric, data-driven, and mobile-first internet properties.

Disclaimer: This post is based on public claims made by the ransomware group "payoutsking". 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.