ShadowByt3$

Profile updated
2026-09-13 03:00:02

Context

ShadowByt3$ is a ransomware group known for exfiltrating sensitive data from various organizations, including John Engel Team, Abbott Laboratories, and Nintendo of America, often demanding substantial ransoms. They employ techniques such as SQL injection to breach systems and threaten to leak stolen data if negotiations are not completed within a specified timeframe. The group has also claimed to operate as a Wiper as a Service (WaaS), focusing on data theft and potential data destruction. Their activities include targeting a range of sectors, from education to healthcare, and they have been linked to mass-scanning campaigns for vulnerabilities.

Reports & references

  • asec.ahnlab.com — 93633 (report)
  • redpacketsecurity.com — Shadowbyt3 Ransomware Victim Umsa (report)
  • bitdefender.com — Bitdefender Threat Debrief March 2026 (report)

External references