The ransomware claim alleges that the threat actor coinbasecartel targeted The Epoch Times, an American media company, potentially encrypting systems or exfiltrating data and demanding payment. The claim frames The Epoch Times as a US-based victim with a global reach, attributing the incident to coinbasecartel. #UnitedStates
Incident Details
- Victim: The Epoch Times
- Sector: Consumer Services
- Country: US
- Actor: coinbasecartel
- Source: http://fjg4zi4opkxkvdz7mvwp7h6goe4tcby3hhkrz43pht4j3vakhy75znyd.onion/companies/theepoch
- Discovered: 2026-04-15 16:33:19.724150
- Published: 2026-04-15 16:32:57.792535
Information
- An American media company founded in 2000 by John Tang and other Falun Gong practitioners.
- Operates as a multi-platform news outlet publishing print and digital content in multiple languages across numerous countries.
- Known for promoting conservative viewpoints.
- Has been associated with spreading misinformation.
- Operates primarily in the United States with a significant global reach.
Disclaimer: This post is based on public claims made by the ransomware group "coinbasecartel". 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.