FBI Warns of Data Extortion Scam Targeting Corporate Executives

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) has released an alert warning of a scam involving criminal actors masquerading as the “BianLian Group.” The cyber criminals target corporate executives by sending extortion letters threatening to release victims’ sensitive information unless payment is received. 

CISA encourages organizations to review the following FBI Public Service Announcement for more information:

• Mail Scam Targeting Corporate Executives Claims Ties to Ransomware

Organizations should report incidents and anomalous activity to CISA’s 24/7 Operations Center at Report@cisa.gov or (888) 282-0870.