The ransomware claim alleges that the threat actor “termite” targeted News-Press and Gazette Co., a media and communications company based in St. Joseph, Missouri, US, disrupting its daily newspapers, digital, cable, internet, and broadcasting services. The incident underscores the growing threat to multi-platform media organizations in the United States. #UnitedStates
Incident Details
- Victim: News-Press and Gazette Co.
- Country: US
- Actor: termite
- Source: http://termiteuslbumdge2zmfmfcsrvmvsfe4gvyudc5j6cdnisnhtftvokid.onion/post/68c8abe73238e6543856fad0
- Discovered: 2025-09-29 23:23:19.842169
- Published: 2025-09-29 22:16:43.480000
Information
- Published daily newspapers and weekly publications.
- Provides cable, internet, and digital telephone services.
- Offers commercial printing services, including Web and sheet-fed options.
- Operates television and radio stations.
- Founded in 1845 and headquartered in St. Joseph, Missouri.
Disclaimer: This post is based on public claims made by the ransomware group "termite". 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.