Security Affairs

MAY 13, 2024

The ZIP archives contain a compressed executable payload that, if executed, will start the encryption process with LockBit Black ransomware. The emails sent in the April campaign contain ZIP attachments and were sent by the same addresses, “JennyBrown3422[@]gmail[.]com,” com,” and “Jenny[@]gsd[.]com.”

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SiteLock

AUGUST 31, 2021

According to Security Magazine , Ryuk ransomware was responsible for one-third of all ransomware attacks in 2020. Once Ryuk ransomware infects its target, it uses encryption to hold data hostage until a substantial ransom is paid generally in bitcoin or another type of cryptocurrency. How does Ryuk ransomware work?

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

From mining cryptocurrency to launching DDoS attacks against networks, there are countless ways in which malware can access and utilize victim’s computers and data. Ransomware programs gain access to a computer’s file system and execute a payload to encrypt all data. Warning signs. The data is neither stolen nor manipulated.

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NetSpi Executives

APRIL 27, 2024

Victims pay ransomware adversaries for decryption keys through cryptocurrency, such as Bitcoin. In addition to encrypting data and holding it hostage, ransomware attackers also upload valuable data to other systems on the internet. Disable or bypass detective security controls. Ransomware is a business model for cybercriminals.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 31, 2021

From mining cryptocurrency to launching DDoS attacks against networks, there are countless ways in which malware can access and utilize victim’s computers and data. Ransomware programs gain access to a computer’s file system and execute a payload to encrypt all data. Warning Signs of Malware Infection. Computer Viruses. Trojan Horse.

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Cisco Security

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

All you see is an alarming screen that shouts, “Your files are encrypted!”. A bit like ‘hodl’ (hold) to cryptocurrency investors. They assumed everyone outside was hostile, and everyone inside was trusted, so they invested heavily in perimeter security. Imagine if you started your laptop one day and nothing worked. Ransomware.

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SecureList

MAY 12, 2021

To ensure that their ability to restore encrypted files would never be questioned, they cultivated an online presence, wrote press releases and generally made sure their name would be known to all potential victims. They interact with each other through internet handles, paying for services with cryptocurrency.

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