INC Ransom
aka GOLD IONIC
A ransomware group active since 2023 that steals data and then locks files to demand payment. It hits healthcare, education, government and manufacturing.
- Alert level
- 2/ 5
- Reports & advisories (90 days)
- 2
- Known exploited CVEs
- 1
- Personal data leaked (disclosed)
- None confirmed
Exploited vulnerabilities and targeted products
If you run any of these products, first make sure they are updated to a fixed version.
How they attack
Entry
Exploiting remote-access gateways
Like slipping in through a staff entrance (a Citrix gateway) whose lock was left broken.
Entry
Logging in with purchased passwords
Like buying a copied key on the black market and walking in the front door.
Goal
Steal first, then lock up
Like copying the safe's contents, then changing the safe's lock, so there are two threats.
Recent articles
Sources
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The alert level is calculated automatically from reports and advisories in the last 90 days, known exploited vulnerabilities, and whether the group has targeted Japan.
Updated 2026-10-23 · daily