The article examines four victim companies targeted by the Akira ransomware group, noting their attempts to negotiate after being attacked. Of these, three opted not to engage, while one made a Bitcoin payment. After failed negotiations, data from the companies was leaked on the Akira site on the Dark Web. The analysis highlights differences in negotiation strategies and responses, revealing a misunderstood threat dynamic and Akira's aggressive demand for a $1,000,000 ransom, illustrating the risks of cyber negotiations.
Of the four cases analyzed, three entities refused to negotiate, while only one made a payment in Bitcoin.
Akira demanded a payment of $1,000,000 and specified that if the funds were withdrawn from a bank account, the company should inform the bank that the money was solely for investment purposes.
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