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DragonForce Ransomware Group, Linked to Scattered Spider, Promises 80% Profit Share for Partners The notorious DragonForce Ransomware group, which has recently gained prominence in the cybercrime scene, has made an official announcement that it will share a significant portion—80%—of the profits generated from its operations with affiliates and partners. This announcement marks a strategic move […]
Research says three more groups form into cartel for greater influence of ransomware market
After observing the formation of a powerful alliance between three notorious ransomware groups—Shiny Hunters, Scattered Spider, and Lapsus$—it appears that cybercriminals are adapting to law enforcement pressures by forming even larger, more coordinated networks. In a strategic move to dominate the ransomware landscape, three more high-profile hacking groups—LockBit, DragonForce, and Qilin—have come together to form […]
Marks & Spencer Chief says ransomware pay is none of the Public Interest
In May 2025, UK-based retail giant Marks & Spencer (M&S) found itself the target of a major cyber attack, orchestrated by the notorious hacking group, Scattered Spider. The group that is managed by a group of British speaking teenagers launched a sophisticated DragonForce ransomware attack on M&S’s servers, disrupting operations and causing widespread chaos. This […]
Scattered Spider starts cyber attacking insurance firms after retail
The notorious cybercriminal group known as Scattered Spider has recently expanded its targets beyond retail businesses to now include insurance companies, raising alarms in both the United States and the United Kingdom. The group, which has gained infamy for deploying sophisticated malware like ransomware, previously caused significant disruptions by infiltrating and locking the databases of […]
UK Cyber Crime takes a new turn towards TV show the Blacklist
Cybercriminals in the UK have recently shifted their attention to a new, high-profile target: UK retailers. This marks a significant escalation in the threat landscape, where digital criminals are now turning their focus on disrupting major businesses. In a bizarre twist, these groups seem to have taken inspiration from The Blacklist, a hit TV show […]
Google warns of US retail cyber attacks and M & S insurance payout to cost £100m
Google Issues Warning to U.S. Retailers About the Growing Threat of Scattered Spider Cyberattacks Google’s Threat Intelligence team has issued an urgent warning for U.S. retail businesses, cautioning that they could soon become targets of a highly sophisticated cybercriminal group known as Scattered Spider. This group is suspected of being behind a series of major […]
DragonForce Ransomware targeting M&S vows not to target Russia or Soviet Union
In a surprising twist, DragonForce Ransomware, the group responsible for a recent attack on UK retailer Marks & Spencer, has made an unusual public plea. The group is reportedly asking other cybercriminal organizations to avoid targeting businesses operating in Russia and the former Soviet Union. This move suggests that DragonForce may either have ties to […]
DragonForce Ransomware behind Marks and Spencer digital outage
Almost a week ago, renowned UK-based retailer Marks & Spencer (M&S) became the victim of a devastating cyber attack that left the company in full-blown disruption mode. The retailer, known for its wide range of quality clothing, food, and household goods, now faces the aftermath of a sophisticated and well-executed cyber assault. Recent reports indicate […]
DragonForce Ransomware disrupts 911 service in California
DragonForce Ransomware, like many other malicious groups, recently targeted the servers of 911 emergency services in California on June 16th of this year, an incident disclosed to the public earlier this week. According to reports from the South Bay Regional Public Communication Authority (SBRPCA), the attack impacted emergency services in Manhattan Beach, El Segundo, Hermosa […]
