The Hacker News

DECEMBER 5, 2022

A version of an open source ransomware toolkit called Cryptonite has been observed in the wild with wiper capabilities due to its "weak architecture and programming."

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Heimadal Security

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

The REvil/Sodinokibi ransomware (AKA Sodin) is a great example of Ransomware-as-a-Service, a type of cybercrime where two parties collaborate on the hack: the code writers who create the ransomware, and the affiliates who distribute it and collect the payment. malicious software owner and/or creator) […].

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Researchers spotted a version of the open-source ransomware toolkit Cryptonite that doesn’t support decryption capabilities. Fortinet researchers discovered a sample of malware generated with the publicly available open-source ransomware toolkit Cryptonite that never offers the decryption window, turning it as a wiper.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 22, 2023

In recent times, there has been a concerning trend of ransomware groups targeting companies and extracting sensitive information. It appears that a criminal gang has gone a step further and established its own research and development (R&D) team with the specific aim of creating a ransomware that can infect Apple M1 chips.

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Heimadal Security

MARCH 15, 2023

After breaching the systems of Maximum Industries, the LockBit ransomware group claims to have stolen sensitive information related to SpaceX. The company provides CNC machining, laser cutting and waterjet cutting services for the aerospace, architectural, defense, marine, military, medical and mining industries.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 23, 2022

Ragnar Locker Ransomware gang has officially declared that they are responsible for the disruption of servers related to a Greece-based gas operator DESFA. The Satya Nadella-led company has also reiterated that the proliferation of ransomware as a service could bring complications for companies that aren’t focusing much on cybersecurity.

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Heimadal Security

JANUARY 21, 2022

TrickBot appeared in 2016, replicating parts of Dyre’s malware while preserving its banking credential harvesting and web inject architecture. The post Diavol Ransomware Appears to Have Connections with TrickBot appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog. TrickBot has evolved into a malware […].

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Tech Republic Security

JULY 24, 2022

IT leaders must integrate security tools into a cooperative, consolidated ecosystem using a composable and scalable cybersecurity mesh architecture (CSMA) approach. The post Top Four Steps to Reduce Ransomware Risk appeared first on TechRepublic. By 2024, organizations adopting a CSMA to integrate security tools to.

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SecureList

APRIL 15, 2024

They generated a custom version of the ransomware, which used the aforementioned account credential to spread across the network and perform malicious activities, such as killing Windows Defender and erasing Windows Event Logs in order to encrypt the data and cover its tracks. Revisiting the LockBit 3.0 builder files The LockBit 3.0

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Heimadal Security

DECEMBER 6, 2022

The transformation is accidental, and it is caused by poor architecture and programming flaws. The findings come amid a developing ransomware scenario in which wipers disguised as file-encrypting malware are increasingly being used to destroy data without permitting decryption. Details About the Cryptonite […].

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Researchers spotted a new variant of the Agenda ransomware which is written in the cross-platform programming language Rust. Trend Micro researchers have spotted a new variant of the Agenda ransomware (aka Qilin) that is written in Rust Language. The researchers estimated that combined revenue surpasses US$550 million. AGENDA.THIAFBB.”

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 2, 2022

Ransomware attacks increased by yet another 80% between February 2021 and March 2022, based on an analysis of ransomware payloads seen across the Zscaler cloud. Supply chain attacks, ransomware-as-a-service ecosystems, and multi-extortion tactics have all increased the volume and success rates of attacks. PYSA/Mespinoza.

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Heimadal Security

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

BlackCat (alternatively referred to as ALPHV) is a relatively recent ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operation that was discovered in December 2021 and that is set apart by a variety of unique qualities that differentiates it from other ransomware campaigns. the owner and/or creator of malicious software) […].

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Security Affairs

JULY 28, 2021

BlackMatter ransomware gang, a new threat actor appears in the threat landscape and claims to combine TTPs of Darkside and REvil. BlackMatter is a new ransomware gang that started its activity this week, the cybercriminals group claims to be the successor of Darkside and REvil groups. SecurityAffairs – hacking, ransomware).

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Security Affairs

MARCH 9, 2023

The recently discovered Windows ransomware IceFire now also targets Linux enterprise networks in multiple sectors. SentinelLabs researchers discovered new Linux versions of the recently discovered IceFire ransomware that was employed in attacks against several media and entertainment organizations worldwide. to deploy the ransomware.

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Security Affairs

JULY 29, 2021

The cyber threat landscape change continuously, recently two new ransomware-as-service (RaaS) operations named BlackMatter and Haron made the headlines. Recently, two new ransomware gangs, named BlackMatter and Haron, announced the beginning of the operations. “Haron ransomware was first discovered in July 2021. .

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Cisco Security

OCTOBER 15, 2021

While October is designated as Cybersecurity Awareness Month, focusing on keeping your company and customers safe should be a constant priority, especially with the growing number and sophistication of ransomware attacks worldwide. This is the classic attack scenario that comes to mind for most folks when you hear the word “ransomware.”

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 10, 2021

All these days we have seen adversary nations spreading ransomware in retaliation and to fund their criminal objectives. Hackers from Khalsa Cyber Fauj claim they are spreading ransomware to support the protests of farmers, and that is why they are urging their victims to support the demands of farmers.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 9, 2022

The United States Department of Health and Human Services' (HHS) security team (the Health Sector Cybersecurity Coordination Center or HC3) released a report detailing how Royal ransomware has been used to target the healthcare sector.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 23, 2023

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has updated its #StopRansomware guide to account for the fact that ransomware actors have accelerated their tactics and techniques since the original guide was released in September of 2020. Misuse of these tools is a common ransomware technique to inhibit system recovery.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Ransomware is one of the most serious security threats businesses face today. A multi-layered approach is required to reduce exposure to ransomware attacks and also to recover encrypted data more quickly and effectively. Even without the countdown timer displayed by most ransomware, the urgency of a response is all too clear.

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SecureList

JULY 5, 2021

An attack perpetrated by REvil aka Sodinokibi ransomware gang against Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and their clients was discovered on July 2. REvil ransomware has been advertised on underground forums for three years and it is one of the most prolific RaaS operations. To keep your company protected against ransomware 2.0

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 8, 2022

and Australian governments is a detailed and well thought out technical and architectural advice document for cybersecurity teams in the face of high-impact ransomware incidents trending upward. Every time a ransom is paid, it confirms the viability and financial attractiveness of the ransomware criminal business model.

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DoublePulsar

APRIL 9, 2023

The incident was ransomware deployment. By 3pm, Capita were telling press and customers it was “IT incident”, and ignoring the cybersecurity, ransomware and extortion issue. Alexander Martin on Twitter: "So it looks like the cyber incident which Capita confirmed last week was indeed a ransomware attack. More to follow.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 8, 2023

This article is based on research by Marcelo Rivero, Malwarebytes' ransomware specialist, who monitors information published by ransomware gangs on their Dark Web sites. This provides the best overall picture of ransomware activity, but the true number of attacks is far higher. “The viability may improve in the future. .”

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Security Affairs

JULY 17, 2020

Security researchers at Cyble reported that Nefilim ransomware operators allegedly targeted the mobile network operator Orange. Researchers from Cyble came across a post of Nefilim ransomware operators which were claiming to have stolen sensitive data of Orange S.A., SecurityAffairs – hacking, Nefilim ransomware).

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Office furniture company Steelcase was hit by Ryuk ransomware attack that forced it to shut down its network to avoid the malware from spreading. Steelcase is a US-based furniture company that produces office furniture, architectural and technology products for office environments and the education, health care and retail industries.

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Cisco Security

OCTOBER 14, 2021

During a ransomware attack, it is critical to detect and respond early and quickly. By decreasing your mean time to detection in identifying the attacker’s behavior, your security team can quickly investigate and respond timely to prevent a ransomware incident. Endpoint ransomware protection.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

In a year where ransomware has raised the alert levels everywhere, the go-to answer from many is redundancy through offline, remote backups – but are they enough? As ransomware threats loom, we look at where backups fall short, and what to keep in mind to optimize network and data security. Where Backups Fall Short Against Ransomware.

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Bleeping Computer

AUGUST 23, 2022

A new data extortion group named 'Donut Leaks' is linked to recent cyberattacks, including those on Greek natural gas company DESFA, UK architectural firm Sheppard Robson, and multinational construction company Sando. [.].

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

The FBI and CISA issued a joint cybersecurity advisory to warn organizations to remain vigilant against ransomware attacks during weekends or holidays. The FBI and CISA warn organizations to keep high their defenses against ransomware attacks during weekends or holidays. ” reads the advisory published by CISA.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 6, 2023

Tracked as CVE-2023-34362 , Microsoft says it has been actively exploited by threat actors affiliated with the Lace Tempest group, renowned for its involvement in ransomware operations and the notorious Clop extortion site.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 10, 2022

From mass production of cheap malware to ransomware as a service (RaaS) , cyber criminals have industrialized cybercrime, and a new HP Wolf Security report warns that cybercriminals are adapting advanced persistent threat (APT) tactics too. Ransomware: Breach and Attack Simulations.

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Cisco Security

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Ransomware is more dangerous than ever before. As reported by Reuters , the ransomware infection didn’t just disrupt the flow of fuel to cities directly served by the Colonial Pipeline. Simultaneously, ransomware actors are looking to profit off successful attacks as much as possible.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

The internet is fraught with peril these days, but nothing strikes more fear into users and IT security pros than the threat of ransomware. A ransomware attack is about as bad as a cyber attack can get. Jump to: What is ransomware? How ransomware works. Preventing ransomware. Ransomware attacks and costs.

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IT Security Guru

JULY 19, 2021

Although cybercrime as a whole has seen a rise during the pandemic, arguably ransomware has been one of the more successful and lucrative attack types. Our own research report, the State of Encrypted Attacks Report 2020 , found that there had been a 500 per cent rise in ransomware compared to 2019. Security hygiene is the best defence.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Upon investigation, you discover it’s ransomware. You look for your cold replica in your DR site, but like your production servers, it has also been encrypted by ransomware. Your backups, the backup server, and all the backup storage — all encrypted by ransomware. Figure 1: Typical VLAN architecture.

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