Ransomware group handala hits IranWire
IranWire — a technology target operating in IR has been listed by the handala ransomware group on 2026-03-31. The information below reflects what the threat actor has publicly claimed on their leak site; the details have not been independently verified.
Incident Report
| Target Organization | IranWire |
|---|---|
| Threat Group | handala |
| Summary | In line with its committed responsibility and dedication to the ideals of the Axis of Resistance, the Handala Cyber Group has successfully carried out a complex and targeted operation, fully hacking and taking control of the hostile outlet IranWire, which was allegedly operating under the direct guidance and support of the CIA. A vast volume… |
| Date of Breach | 2026-03-31 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-03-31 |
| Region | IR |
| Target Domain | — |
| Business Sector | Technology |
| Severity | MEDIUM |
Claim by handala
In line with its committed responsibility and dedication to the ideals of the Axis of Resistance, the Handala Cyber Group has successfully carried out a complex and targeted operation, fully hacking and taking control of the hostile outlet IranWire, which was allegedly operating under the direct guidance and support of the CIA. A vast volume…
Posted by the handala threat actor on its public leak site. This is the group's own statement and has not been independently verified by HackerFeeds.
Sources
Leak post (onion / Tor)
https://handala-hack.tw/iranwire-hacked/
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