Ransomware Group shinyhunters Hits: Ernst and Young
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, Ernst & Young — an organization based in US — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group shinyhunters. This data breach, discovered on 2026-07-27T12:58:56.004876+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Ernst & Young |
| Threat Group | shinyhunters |
| Summary | Yes it was us. Now come talk to us. We have been trying to reach you. If you do not come talk to us within the given deadline, we fully and completely intend to release all the data and files. This is a final warning to reach out by 31 July 2026 before we leak along with several annoying (digital) problems that’ll come your way. Make the right decision, don’t be the next headline. | Updated: 27 July 2026 | Warning: FINAL WARNING PAY OR LEAK |
| Date of Breach | 2026-07-27T11:10:00+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-07-27T12:58:56.004876+00:00 |
| Region | US |
| Target Domain | ey.com |
| Business Sector | Professional Services |
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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