The Cl0p ransomware group has issued a direct message to companies leveraging the Cleo integration platform, suggesting a potential campaign targeting vulnerabilities or misconfigurations in Cleo environments. While specific details of the threat are not yet fully disclosed, this warning may indicate reconnaissance or exploitation activity in the near term.
Organizations using Cleo for B2B integration, EDI, or secure file transfers should:
- Immediately review access controls and configurations.
- Apply any available patches or updates from Cleo.
- Monitor for unusual network or data transfer activity.
- Strengthen data encryption and backup strategies.
This announcement is consistent with Cl0p’s history of targeting software supply chains and widely used enterprise platforms.