Cicada3301, a ransomware-as-a-service group, had its affiliate program infiltrated by Group-IB researchers, who subsequently publicized details about the gang’s operations and inner workings. Active since June 2024, the group has attacked 30 victims, primarily in the U.S and U.K. The ransomware shares similarities with the defunct ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware group. Group-IB’s report also highlights Cicada3301’s sophisticated affiliate program, including detailed attack customization and support services.

Data breach at Yale New Haven Health impacts 5.6M people
A data breach at Yale New Haven Health has exposed personal information of around 5.6 million people, marking the largest healthcare breach reported in 2025.