BlackFile Extortion Gang Targets Retail and Hospitality
A new extortion group is making its mark on the retail and hospitality sectors, and it does not need a single piece of malware to do serious damage. BlackFile extortion attacks have been hitting organizations since February 2026, using nothing more than a phone call, a fake login page, and a well-rehearsed script to extract millions from victims. Palo Alto

HungerRush Extortion Emails Target Restaurant Customers
Restaurant customers across the United States recently received alarming messages tied to HungerRush extortion emails, a campaign that attempted to pressure the restaurant technology provider with threats of data exposure. The attacker distributed mass emails directly to patrons of restaurants using the HungerRush platform, claiming to possess sensitive data and demanding payment. Early reports quickly circulated online as recipients shared
