Qilin Ransomware Claims Data Theft from Church of Scientology

Qilin ransomware claims it stole internal data from the Church of Scientology, sharing 22 screenshots as proof. The breach remains unconfirmed by the organization.

Qilin ransomware has listed the Church of Scientology on its dark web leak site, claiming responsibility for a breach and publishing 22 screenshots as proof of access. The group has not disclosed how much data it allegedly stole or how the breach took place.

Analysis of the leaked screenshots

The screenshots shared by Qilin point to internal access within Advanced Organisation Saint Hill UK (AOSH UK), one of the Church’s major hubs. Multiple documents show visa processing records for religious staff, including named individuals applying for UK Religious Worker visas.

Several approvals outline exact amounts allocated for immigration costs, including £2,600, £4,500 and £1,800 per person. One consolidated summary shows over £11,500 approved for multiple visa applications in a single funding ...