'We are currently being extorted' — crypto giant Kraken says it is facing extortion attack, here's what we know
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A major exchange facing an alleged insider-linked extortion attempt is a reminder that your highest-risk attack surface is still internal access and incentives, not just perimeter defenses. If you’re holding customer assets or sensitive models, revisit insider threat monitoring and escalation paths this week, not after the ransom note arrives.
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