Ransomware Group emperador Hits: RECEITA FEDERAL DO BRASIL
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, RECEITA FEDERAL DO BRASIL — an organization based in BR — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group emperador. This data breach, discovered on 2026-09-23T09:20:59.298791+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | RECEITA FEDERAL DO BRASIL |
| Threat Group | emperador |
| Summary | MINISTÉRIO DA FAZENDA SECRETARIA DA RECEITA FEDERAL DO BRASIL The archives contain several thousand documents with personnel and customer data, as well as all user date on gov.br with passwords. [Sector: Finance] |
| Date of Breach | 2026-09-23T07:57:00+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-09-23T09:20:59.298791+00:00 |
| Region | BR |
| Business Sector | Government & Defense |
How to reduce your ransomware risk
Most ransomware intrusions start with a stolen password or a phishing email. A few proactive steps sharply cut your exposure:
- phishing simulations — close the gap attackers exploit.
- awareness training — close the gap attackers exploit.
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Disclaimer
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