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Akira Ransomware Attack Triggered by CAPTCHA Click on Malicious Website

First seen 2 Dec 2025, 18:33 UTC • •

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ThreatCluster •March 12, 2026 at 13:27 UTC

A global data storage and infrastructure company experienced a severe Akira ransomware attack after an employee clicked on a CAPTCHA on a malicious website. This incident highlights the vulnerabilities associated with seemingly benign online interactions, leading to significant data compromise.

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