Ransomware Group akira Hits: Refinery Hotel
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, Refinery Hotel — an organization based in US — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group akira. This data breach, discovered on 2026-07-01T13:50:38.674785+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Refinery Hotel |
| Threat Group | akira |
| Summary | Refinery Hotel is a luxury hotel located near Bryant Park in New York City, offering a modern r einterpretation of a historic hat factory. The hotel features 197 stylish rooms with industrial accents and modern amenities, alongside dining options such as the Parker & Quinn restaurant a nd the Refinery Rooftop bar. We will upload 15gb of corporate data soon. Employee personal information (passports, DLs, SSNs |
| Date of Breach | 2026-07-01T00:00:00+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-07-01T13:50:38.674785+00:00 |
| Business Sector | Hospitality and Tourism |
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