Ransomware Group sinobi Hits: Avalon Hills
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, Avalon Hills — a company operating in the US — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group sinobi. This data breach, discovered on 2026-01-19 00:33:48.834892, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Avalon Hills |
| Threat Group | sinobi |
| Summary | The Avalon Hills business staff work behind the scenes to help manage all aspects of the program. They route calls, assist with travel plans for clients and families, track all things financial, keep all of the technical machines purring and whatever else it takes to keep a busy program in business! The financial office and utilization review team partners with families to help them access and maximize their insurance benefits. This requires the dedication of families to expand the financial resources available to them for treatment. We help those struggling with an eating disorder recover through a combination of the best, tried-and-true traditional psychotherapies and applied neuroscience, including the latest discoveries about human brain plasticity. Prior to arriving at Avalon Hills, our 21 year-old daughter struggled with a life-threatening eating disorder for over 4 years. |
| Date of Breach | 2026-01-18 20:37:23.116000 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-01-19 00:33:48.834892 |
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