Ransom! MEI Architects (SEP-2026)
MEI Architects, based in Singapore (SG), reported a ransomware incident attributed to Dark Project, during which the threat actor exfiltrated 340 GB of data (about 130,000 files) including Social Security numbers, passports, green cards, invoices, HR documents, and extensive architectural drawings from past, current, and ongoing projects. #Singapore

Incident Details

  • Victim: MEI Architects
  • Sector: Professional Services
  • Country: SG
  • Actor: Dark Project
  • Source: http://darkprn3d3udnhpuxknsrhft3376lrz5tenhgkrxge5hxqe46pkbrwid.onion/article?slug=mei-architects
  • Discovered: 2026-09-07T22:20:59.692694+00:00
  • Published: 2026-09-07T21:53:01.086172+00:00

Information

  • MEI Architects is a San Francisco-based firm specializing in commercial, residential, and public architecture.
  • The firm delivers elegant and pragmatic solutions for government, nonprofit, and private clients.
  • Its portfolio includes projects such as the Portsmouth Square Improvement Project and the VA Palo Alto Polytrauma Aquatic Therapy Center.
  • The company emphasizes community-minded design and long-term partnerships.
  • The attack resulted in the theft of 340 GB of data, or about 130,000 files.
  • Exfiltrated data included Social Security numbers, passports, green cards, invoices, HR documents, and architectural drawings.
  • The stolen architectural drawings covered past, current, and under-construction projects.

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