Leaked Chat Logs Show Silent Ransomware Extorted Over $200,000,000 in 6 Months Without Encrypting Data

Cybersecuritynews •Abinaya • October 9, 2026

Alleged internal chats from Silent Ransom Group suggest the criminals collected $206.95 million from 27 firms in roughly six months without encrypting victims’ files. The reported earnings point to the power of data extortion, where attackers steal sensitive records and demand payment to keep them private. However, the payment figures remain unverified, and the group […]

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Metaencryptor Ransomware Attack Targets AECOM AECOM, a Texas-based infrastructure consulting firm, reportedly suffered a ransomware attack attributed to the hacker group Metaencryptor. The breach, which was discovered on September 17, 2026, is believed to have compromised approximately 1.22 terabytes of data. The attack was confirmed by dark web monitoring site Ransomware.live and corroborated by cybersecurity blog HookPhish. AECOM has not yet provided detailed information regarding the scope or nature of the breach. Legal investigations are underway, with attorneys seeking to file a class action lawsuit on behalf of affected individuals, including current and former employees and clients. The incident highlights the ongoing threat of ransomware attacks in 2026 and the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures. As of now, there are no known details about specific vulnerabilities exploited during the attack. 68 sources 62

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Leaked Chat Logs Show Silent Ransomware Extorted Over $200,000,000 in 6 Months Without Encrypting Data

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