Coinbase Cartel

Also known as: Coinbase Cartel, coinbase cartel, Storm-2981

Coinbase Cartel is a ransomware threat actor that emerged in September 2025, focusing on data exfiltration rather than encryption, and has claimed over 60 victims, primarily in the healthcare, technology, and transportation sectors. The group employs TTPs such as social engineering, credential harvesting, and collaboration with Initial Access Brokers to gain initial access. They operate a data leak site where they publish victim names and issue ransom demands, requiring payment via Bitcoin.

Introduction

Coinbase Cartel is a ransomware threat actor that emerged in September 2025, focusing on data exfiltration rather than encryption, and has claimed over 60 victims, primarily in the healthcare, technology, and transportation sectors. The group employs TTPs such as social engineering, credential harvesting, and collaboration with Initial Access Brokers to gain initial access. They operate a data leak site where they publish victim names and issue ransom demands, requiring payment via Bitcoin.

Activities and Tactics

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Notable Campaigns

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Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs)

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Notable Indicators of Compromise (IOCs)

No curated IOCs are currently published for this actor. This section will be updated when stable, attributable indicators are available.

Malware and Tools

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Attribution and Evidence

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References

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