AKM Consulting Engineers, a US-based firm specializing in engineering solutions, was impacted by a ransomware attack from the Akira group on April 6, 2026. This incident was reported by ransomware tracking sites, including ransomware.live and hookphish.com.
The attack involved a threat to release 17 GB of corporate data. This data reportedly includes HR files, employee documents, drawings and specifications, client documents, detailed financials, and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). No specific number of affected individuals has been reported, and there is no confirmation regarding the exposure of personal identifiers like SSNs or medical records. The states affected are not specified beyond the company operating in the US.
As of now, there are no official statements from AKM Consulting Engineers, nor have any official breach notification letters been found. No class action lawsuits or MDL activities have been reported. Details about this incident may emerge as more information becomes available.