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Rhysida Ransomware puts Berlin Government Data up for sale for 30 BTC
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Fusion42 · 1 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
The Rhysida ransomware group breached Berlin government systems and stole about 5.6TB of data, now offered for sale for 30 Bitcoin. The stolen data includes over 46,500 contracts, raising risks of phishing and further intrusions, while authorities refuse to pay ransom and prepare for election-related security challenges.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Government & Space, and 2 sources have reported it between 29 Aug 2026 and 31 Aug 2026.
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You face a new front where restoring systems is not enough; protecting sensitive data and credentials after a breach is critical for government contractors and suppliers supporting Berlin. Expect pressure on your security measures from extended attack vectors exploiting stolen data beyond encryption.
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2 sources · first reported 29 Aug 2026 · latest 31 Aug 2026
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