Qilin Claims Ransomware Attack on AFSARD in North Macedonia

Summary

A ransomware.live monitoring post says Qilin claimed to target AFSARD in North Macedonia, alleging file encryption and operational disruption. The post says the claim is unconfirmed.

Key points

• The monitoring post attributes the claim to the Qilin ransomware group and its leak site.
• The post alleges AFSARD was targeted, with files encrypted and operations disrupted to extort payment; these claims are unconfirmed.
• The record lists the claim as discovered on August 30, 2026, and published the same day.

MITRE ATT&CK

Threat Actors

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