Iran-linked Black Shadow group says it released full database of Atraf website, after owners failed to pay $1 million; calls to LGBTQ helpline double following hack
After releasing full database of LGBTQ dating website, Iran-linked group publishes directory from Machon Mor medical institute including information on treatments and appointments
Black Shadow group, believed to be criminally motivated Iranians, demands digital ransom within 48 hours; HIV status of some users of dating site already posted online
Black Shadow group's channels are removed shortly after it sought payment within 48 hours to block data leak from Israeli sites; no immediate comment from the messaging service
National Cyber Directorate told CyberServer 'several times' it could be targeted, ahead of Black Shadow hackers' personal data breach of Israeli LGBT site and others