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Paraguay Faces $7.4M Ransom Demand Amid Data Threat

6/17/2025

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A chilling threat looms over Paraguay as the ransomware group Brigada Cyber PMC demands $7.4 million, claiming to possess the personal data of 7.2 million citizens. With a deadline of June 13, they warn of a devastating leak if their demands aren't met. This incident underscores the persistent and dangerous cyber threats facing the nation's government.

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Story summary

A chilling threat looms over Paraguay as the ransomware group Brigada Cyber PMC demands $7.4 million, claiming to possess the personal data of 7.2 million citizens. With a deadline of June 13, they warn of a devastating leak if their demands aren't met. This incident underscores the persistent and dangerous cyber threats facing the nation's government.