LockBit5 Claims Attack on Chilean Apparel Provider Forus

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Summary

A ransomware.live record says LockBit5 claimed an attack on Chilean apparel provider Forus, alleging data encryption or exfiltration. The post says the claim is unconfirmed.

Key points

  • The record identifies Forus, a Santiago-based apparel provider, as the alleged victim.
  • LockBit5 is named as the actor; the cited source is a post on the group’s leak site.
  • The record lists discovery on September 18, 2026, and publication on the same date.
  • The post alleges encryption or data exfiltration but states that the claims could not be confirmed.

Article Details

Victim
Forus
Victim Domain
forus.cl
Claim Date
2026-09-18
Encryption Status
Unconfirmed; the source says attackers allegedly encrypted data.
Exfiltration Status
Unconfirmed; the source says attackers allegedly exfiltrated data.
Leak Status
A ransomware-group claim is reported; publication of victim data is not confirmed.

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