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PKT QS

Ransomware attack by Blackshrantac · Disclosed January 20, 2026 · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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Date Disclosed
Jan 20, 2026
2026
Threat Group
Blackshrantac
43 total victims
Country
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Industry
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Incident Analysis

PKT QS was targeted by Blackshrantac ransomware, one of the most active ransomware groups in our database with 43 confirmed victims globally. The attack was disclosed on January 20, 2026, when PKT QS appeared on the group's dark web leak site.

PKT QS is based in United Kingdom . United Kingdom ranks #3 globally for ransomware attacks, with 847 victims in our database.

Blackshrantac typically employs a double extortion model: first exfiltrating sensitive data from the victim's systems, then deploying ransomware to encrypt files. Victims face two simultaneous threats — paying to restore access and paying to prevent publication of stolen data. The group's leak site publishes victim names and exfiltrated data as leverage.

Data source: This incident record is sourced from public ransomware group leak site disclosures aggregated via the ransomware.live API. Disclosure date reflects when the victim was published on the leak site, which may differ from the initial date of compromise. This platform does not publish or link to stolen data. Last data update: Aug 7, 2026 06:00 UTC.

Frequently Asked Questions

Was PKT QS attacked by ransomware?

Yes. PKT QS was listed as a victim of the Blackshrantac ransomware group on January 20, 2026. The organisation is based in United Kingdom. The disclosure appeared on the group's dark web leak site.

Which ransomware group attacked PKT QS?

PKT QS was attacked by Blackshrantac ransomware. Blackshrantac is one of the most active ransomware groups, having claimed 43 victims globally. The group typically employs a double-extortion model: encrypting the victim's files and threatening to publish stolen data.

When did the PKT QS ransomware attack occur?

The ransomware attack on PKT QS was disclosed on January 20, 2026. This date reflects when the victim was published on the threat group's leak site, which may differ from the actual date of initial compromise.

What data was stolen in the PKT QS ransomware attack?

The specific data stolen from PKT QS has not been independently verified by this platform. Ransomware groups typically exfiltrate data before encrypting systems and use the threat of publication to pressure victims. Sensitive business data was likely targeted.

How can organisations protect against Blackshrantac attacks?

To defend against Blackshrantac and similar threat actors, organisations should: maintain regular offline backups tested for restoration; implement network segmentation to limit lateral movement; deploy multi-factor authentication on all remote access; use endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools; conduct regular phishing and security awareness training; and monitor threat intelligence feeds for indicators of compromise (IOCs) associated with active groups.