Minogue Associates

Minogue Associates was compromised in a ransomware attack attributed to dragonforce in March 2026. The organization, operating in an undisclosed sector in United States, was added to the group's data leak site as part of an extortion campaign.

dragonforce operates as a financially motivated ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operation, exfiltrating sensitive data and threatening public disclosure to pressure victims into paying ransom demands.

Minogue Associates, Inc. specializes in comprehensive construction valuation reports and estimates for both commercial and residential properties, as well as consulting services for construction litigation. Established in 1973, the company has extensive experience in damage assessment and estimating services for a wide range of structures, including high-rise buildings, hotels, and schools. Their clients include property owners and insurance companies seeking expert appraisal and dispute resolution services. With a reputation for professionalism and integrity, Minogue Associates handles high-profile assignments involving significant financial exposures.

Intelligence correlations link this incident to 1 vulnerability(ies) including CVE-2025-5777, which may have been leveraged as initial access vectors or for lateral movement.