Sony investigating alleged ransomware attack, group threatens to sell data

Sony announced today it’s launching an investigation into a ransomware attack that allegedly occurred yesterday. It’s not disclosing the details of the investigation, save that it’s happening, but the group responsible is reportedly trying to sell the information. Given Sony’s history with data breaches, such as the one in 2011, having more data breaches would be a blow to the company.

Earlier this week, a ransomware group claimed to have breached security at Sony. The group, identified by Cyber Security Connect as a relatively new one called Ransomed.vc, said it had compromised “all of sony systems.” The group said it wouldn’t ransom the data it had collected (ironically), but said the data was for sale. Sony told IGN, “We are currently investigating the situation, and we have no further comment at this time.”