Berlin targeted for extortion of 2 million euros following hacker cyber-attack
The Rhysida group allegedly stole data from Berlin in August and is demanding 30 bitcoins. The president of the council confirmed the attack and the extortion attempt.
Berlin threatened by Rhysida group following data theft in August
The city of Berlin is the target of an extortion attempt following a cyber-attack that occurred in mid-August, confirmed by the president of the council of the German capital. According to the Correio da Manhã, those responsible for the attack are demanding 30 bitcoins, equivalent to approximately two million euros.
Information about the identity of the attackers was disclosed by German magazine Der Spiegel, which claims to have obtained confirmation from a source linked to security authorities. It is believed to be the Rhysida hacker group, known for ransomware attacks on public institutions in several countries.
The president of Berlin's council announced the situation publicly, without disclosing details about the exact nature of the stolen data or about the state of negotiations with the attackers.
Source: Correio da Manhã