Event Brief
Hungry Lion hit by ransomware demand for $50k
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Aug 27, 2026 at 3:09 PM ET
Summary: Hungry Lion is reported to be the latest victim of a ransomware attack, with a threat group demanding a $50,000 ransom. The article says the same group previously targeted The Courier Guy, pointing to a rise in cyberattacks.
WHO: Threat group behind the ransomware demand
WHAT: Ransomware attackers demand $50,000 from Hungry Lion, citing prior activity against The Courier Guy.
WHEN: Aug 27, 2026 at 4:07 PM ET
WHERE: South Africa
WHY: No further detail was reported.
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