RansomwareFeb 2, 2026
Please Don’t Feed the Scattered Lapsus ShinyHunters
Scattered Lapsus ShinyHunters (SLSH) is a prolific data ransom gang known for extortion tactics that include harassing and threatening executives and their families, as well as swatting attacks. The group notifies journalists and regulators as part of their coercive playbook to pressure victims into paying ransom demands.
Summary
Scattered Lapsus ShinyHunters (SLSH) is a prolific data ransom gang known for extortion tactics that include harassing and threatening executives and their families, as well as swatting attacks. The group notifies journalists and regulators as part of their coercive playbook to pressure victims into paying ransom demands.
Indicators of Compromise
- malware — Scattered Lapsus ShinyHunters