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FBI and CISA published a new advisory on AvosLocker ransomware

Security Affairs

AvosLocker operators already advertised in the past a Linux variant, dubbed AvosLinux, of their malware claiming it was able to support Linux and ESXi servers. AvosLocker affiliates use legitimate software and open-source remote system administration tools to compromise the victims’ networks.

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Malvertiser copies PC news site to deliver infostealer

Malwarebytes

This type of website is often visited by geeks and system administrators to read the latest computer reviews, learn some tips and download software utilities. The advertiser shows as Scott Cooper and is likely a compromised or fake identity. info/account/hdr.jpg ivcgroup[.]in/temp/Citrix-x64.msix com realvnc[.]pro

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Microsoft warns of Human-Operated Ransomware as a growing threat to businesses

Security Affairs

“They exhibit extensive knowledge of systems administration and common network security misconfigurations, perform thorough reconnaissance, and adapt to what they discover in a compromised network.” In many cases, some machines run without standard safeguards, like security updates and cloud-delivered antivirus protection.”

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US authorities charged Dridex gang members for stealing over $100 Million

Security Affairs

“According to the indictment, Bugat is a malware specifically crafted to defeat antivirus and other protective measures employed by victims. ” According to the indictment, the criminal duo used the stolen banking credentials to make unauthorized transfers from the victims’ bank accounts to bank accounts owned by “money mules.”

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How Did Authorities Identify the Alleged Lockbit Boss?

Krebs on Security

ru , which at one point advertised the sale of wooden staircases. According to Constella, this email address was used in 2010 to register an account for a Dmitry Yurievich Khoroshev from Voronezh, Russia at the hosting provider firstvds.ru. 2011 said he was a system administrator and C++ coder. and admin@stairwell.ru