Krebs on Security

AUGUST 13, 2021

A new dark web service is marketing to cybercriminals who are curious to see how their various cryptocurrency holdings and transactions may be linked to known criminal activity. “The likes of ransomware and darknet markets rely on payments being made in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Sample provided by Antinalysis.

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Krebs on Security

APRIL 11, 2023

If you use Apple devices and you don’t have automatic updates enabled (they are on by default), you should probably take care of that soon as detailed instructions on how to attack CVE-2023-28206 are now public. As in February, there is no information about how widespread these attacks may be. iOS 15.5.7, and macOS 12.6.5

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 11, 2024

These devices exist outside of direct corporate management and provide a ransomware gang with unchecked platforms for encrypting data. Ransomware remains just one of many different threats and as security teams eliminate key vectors of attack, adversaries will shift tactics. How does remote encryption work?

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Apple issues patches for older iPhones and other devices Healthcare giant Norton breach leads to theft of millions of patient records The sound of you typing on your keyboard could reveal your password “Amazon got hacked” messages are a false alarm Insights into your unpatched vulnerabilities Stay safe! Get a free trial below.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 25, 2024

The British National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) says it expects Artificial Intelligence (AI) to heighten the global ransomware threat. In a report, the NCSC makes the assessment that AI will almost certainly increase the volume and heighten the impact of cyberattacks over the next two years.

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SecureList

APRIL 15, 2024

This opens up numerous possibilities for malicious actors to make their attacks more effective, since it is possible to configure network spread options and defense-killing functionality. builder has significantly simplified creating customized ransomware. The previous Kaspersky research focused on a detailed analysis of the LockBit 3.0

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Related: How ‘XDR’ defeats silos Now along comes a new book, Evading EDR: The Definitive Guide for Defeating Endpoint Detection Systems , by a red team expert, Matt Hand, that drills down a premier legacy security system that is in the midst of this transition: endpoint detection and response, EDR.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 9, 2024

Ransomware groups are liars, yes, but even when these dangerous cybercriminals would ransack organizations and destroy entire companies, a few select groups espoused a sort of “honor among thieves.” But, as can be expected from ransomware groups, these were nothing but lies. And despite promises, we expect to see them again.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Related: IABs fuel ransomware surge. In some cases, they find vulnerable third parties that provide ways into larger targets, which is how hackers infiltrated the Red Cross in 2021. That makes them the ideal solution for new, inexperienced hackers trying to profit from this wave of digitization. Ransomware correlation.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 3, 2023

” Everyone and their grandma have repeated this foreboding maxim about the nature of ransomware attacks, but sadly, that doesn't make it any less true. Time and again we’re reminded that ransomware can slip past even the best defenses. But how does it work, exactly? Dr. Strange style. Learn more here.

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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Rarely do cybercriminal gangs that deploy ransomware gain the initial access to the target themselves. In this post we’ll look at the clues left behind by “ Babam ,” the handle chosen by a cybercriminal who has sold such access to ransomware groups on many occasions over the past few years. com (2017).

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 1, 2024

A new type of malware is being used by ransomware gangs in their attacks, and its name is PikaBot. QBot was used by many ransomware gangs in the past for its versatile ability to facilitate initial access and deliver secondary payloads. The modular nature of trojans like QBot and PikaBot are what makes them so dangerous.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 18, 2022

For any organization struck by ransomware , business leaders always ask “how do we decrypt the data ASAP, so we can get back in business?”. The good news is that ransomware files can be decrypted. What can be done to recover from ransomware attacks when backups are not available? Free decryption tools don’t always work.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

The internet has drawn comparisons to the Wild West, making ransomware the digital incarnation of a hold-up. The technology industry has met the dramatic rise in ransomware and other cyber attacks with an impressive set of tools to help companies mitigate the risks. Ransomware usually starts with a phishing email.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 25, 2023

As always, it covers the trends, malware groups, and tips for how to protect yourself and your organization. This post covers highlights of our analysis, including the rise of ransomware as a service (RaaS), the six nastiest malware groups, and the role of artificial intelligence in both cybersecurity and cyberthreats.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 20, 2023

Many organizations hadn’t yet patched the issue and became the victims of a new ransomware called ZCryptor. With ransomware on the rise, it’s crucial that businesses take the necessary steps to protect their data and applications. There are many ways that ransomware is executed on a target system.

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Heimadal Security

MAY 26, 2021

There is something to be learned from any cybersecurity incident, and Garmin ransomware makes no exception. Read on to find out more about the ransomware strain behind the Garmin attack and how you can stay safe! The post About the Garmin Ransomware Case: Here’s What Happened appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

In this case the criminals are, or at least include, the HelloKitty ransomware group, also known as FiveHands ransomware. In this case the criminals are, or at least include, the HelloKitty ransomware group, also known as FiveHands ransomware. OpenWire is a protocol designed to work with message-oriented middleware.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 20, 2024

Ransomware attacks have become a significant threat to organizations of all kinds worldwide, with attackers encrypting data and demanding payment for its release. Ransomware and its impact on businesses Industry-specific data from 2023 illustrates the widespread reach of ransomware and its resulting impact today. Let's find out.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 26, 2023

ENISA (the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity) has reason to believe that ransomware gangs will begin targeting transportation operational technology (OT) systems in the foreseeable future. However, each subgroup has reported experiencing other attack types than ransomware.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 6, 2023

Europol has released information about the arrests of two suspected core members of the criminal group responsible for carrying out large-scale cyberattacks with the DoppelPaymer ransomware. DoppelPaymer is a ransomware group that has been linked to Russia , the EvilCorp group , and Emotet. They have been around since 2019.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 31, 2021

Chaos Ransomware operators target gamers’ Windows devices using Minecraft alt lists as a lure and promoting them on gaming forums. Cybercriminals are attempting to exploit this popularity, the Chaos Ransomware gang is targeting Japanese gamers’ Windows devices through fake Minecraft alt lists promoted on gaming forums.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 13, 2021

The Rise of Ransomware. Ransomware attacks dominate news coverage of the cybersecurity industry. And it’s no wonder – with million-dollar payouts, infrastructure attacks and international manhunts, ransomware makes for exciting headlines. The New Standard of Ransomware. Evolving Threats. Fighting Back.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Malware has been around for nearly 40 years, longer even than the World Wide Web, but ransomware is a different kind of threat, capable of crippling a company and damaging or destroying its critical data. Ransomware Protection and Recovery Steps. Ransomware removal tools. Ransomware recovery services. Data backup.

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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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CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 26, 2022

One of the most ruthless cyberattacks is a ransomware attack. What Is a Ransomware Attack? What Is a Ransomware Attack? Ransomware is a cyberattack that uses malware – software created to infiltrate a computer system and damage or disrupt it. Ransomware attacks are about as old as the internet itself.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 5, 2023

Ransomware is creating additional work for a major Spanish bank. Globalcaja, said to have more than 300 offices in Spain and close to half a million customers, has fallen victim to the Play ransomware gang. The Play Ransomware group will quite happily leak data in cases where no ransom is forthcoming.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 17, 2021

This makes it even more important for businesses and organizations to make cybersecurity a priority. Ransomware as a Threat Cybersecurity Venture’s report also highlighted ransomware as a major threat. It’s estimated that global ransomware damage costs will reach $20 billion in 2021, 57 times the amount in 2015.

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Webroot

APRIL 2, 2024

Brute force attacks illustrate how persistence can pay off. Types of Brute Force Attacks Simple brute force attacks: This basic approach involves trying all possible combinations of characters until the correct one is found. Unfortunately, in this context, it’s for bad actors.

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Hacker Combat

APRIL 29, 2021

One of the major instruments that facilitate such fraudulent access and use of sensitive data which is otherwise meant to be private is ransomware. One of the major instruments that facilitate such fraudulent access and use of sensitive data which is otherwise meant to be private is ransomware. Ransomware Infection Techniques.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

To accelerate the ransomware encryption process and make it harder to detect, cybercriminal groups have begun using a new technique: intermittent encryption. Intermittent encryption allows the ransomware encryption malware to encrypt files partially or only encrypt parts of the files. Others are automated.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

The 2022 SonicWall Cyber Threat Report found that all types of cyberattacks increased in 2021. Encrypted threats spiked 167%, ransomware increased 105%, and 5.4 Encrypted threats spiked 167%, ransomware increased 105%, and 5.4 Also read: Best Antivirus Software of 2022. Cyberattack Statistics. Cyberattack Statistics. million.

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Security Affairs

JULY 6, 2022

Hive ransomware operators have improved their file-encrypting module by migrating to Rust language and adopting a more sophisticated encryption method. The operators of the Hive ransomware upgraded their malware by migrating the malware to the Rust language and implementing a more sophisticated encryption method, Microsoft researchers warn.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Ransomware is big business, and it’s getting even bigger. Some successful ransomware groups now operate as efficient organizations, reinvesting the proceeds from ransom payments to grow the business and refine attack methods. Ransomware, like any business, is a complex economy,” SC Magazine reported. Increased Sophistication.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Though we may be stuck with endless COVID-19 scams and a gradual visible rise in all manner of cryptocurrency hijinks, the old school attacks are as perilous as ever; CISA, the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency, have released their 2021 report detailing the increasing globalised threat of the ransomware menace.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

The Pain of Double Extortion Ransomware divya Thu, 02/16/2023 - 06:10 Ransomware perpetrators are adopting more sophisticated attack techniques with much success. Ransomware attacks have become much more dangerous and have evolved beyond basic security defenses and business continuity techniques like next-gen antivirus and backups.

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Webroot

APRIL 4, 2022

How can you keep your family members safe online and reassure your customers you are protecting their data? It’s chock full of insights into the differences in infection rates by type of PC, region and industry. Skyrocketing ransomware payments will cost more than just your revenue. What does this mean for your business?

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