The payload ransomware claim states that the commune of Castries in LC suffered an attack affecting castries.fr, the town’s official website and municipal services portal. The commune of Castries is a historic southern France town known for its 17th-century château and aqueduct, and the incident is reported as impacting #SaintLucia.
Incident Details
- Victim: The commune of Castries
- Sector: Public Sector
- Country: LC
- Actor: payload
- Source: http://payloadrz5yw227brtbvdqpnlhq3rdcdekdnn3rgucbcdeawq2v6vuyd.onion/posts/d481caf3-39ce-4617-a578-73f8bc52cf6f
- Discovered: 2026-07-09T13:27:51.201529+00:00
- Published: 2026-07-09T13:27:13.195677+00:00
Information
- The commune of Castries is a picturesque, historic town in the south of France, known for its 17th-century château and unique aqueduct.
- Its official website provides news, cultural event schedules, tourism information, and access to municipal services.
- The portal also helps residents connect with the town hall through a convenient digital platform.
Disclaimer: This post is based on public claims made by the ransomware group "payload". 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.