Security Boulevard

MAY 24, 2024

Inglorious Basta(rds): 16 days on, huge hospital system continues to be paralyzed by ransomware—and patient safety is at risk. The post Black Basta Ascension Attack Redux — can Patients Die of Ransomware? appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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SecureList

MAY 8, 2024

Ransomware attacks continue to be one of the biggest contemporary cybersecurity threats, affecting organizations and individuals alike on a global scale. As we approach International Anti-Ransomware Day, we have analyzed the major ransomware events and trends. The third most active ransomware in 2023 was Cl0p.

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Tech Republic Security

DECEMBER 20, 2023

The ransomware group, which has distributed ransomware to more than 1,000 victims, reportedly recovered control of its website on Tuesday. Learn how to defend against ransomware.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 30, 2024

Global ransomware attacks rose slightly in March compared to the previous month, as ransomware cabal RAGroup ramped up activity by more than 300%. However, overall activity declined 8% year-over-year, according to NCC Group’s latest ransomware report. The cyber gang LockBit 3.0 The cyber gang LockBit 3.0

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Penetration Testing

MAY 29, 2024

Cybersecurity firm ReliaQuest has published a detailed analysis of a BlackSuit ransomware attack that occurred in April 2024, shedding light on the sophisticated tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) employed by this increasingly active cybercrime... The post Researchers Reveal Sophisticated BlackSuit Ransomware Attack appeared first (..)

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Tech Republic Security

APRIL 12, 2024

Research has found that criminals can demand higher ransom when they compromise an organisation’s backup data in a ransomware attack. Discover advice from security experts on how to properly protect your backup.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The 2023 ransomware attack report summarizes the major changes we saw in ransomware trends and tactics by geography, sector and variant. The post 2023 Ransomware Attack Report appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 31, 2023

New and updated coverage for ransomware and malware variants, including NoEscape ransomware, AvosLocker ransomware, and others. The post NoEscape Ransomware, AvosLocker Ransomware, Retch Ransomware, S-H-O Ransomware and More: Hacker’s Playbook Threat Coverage Round-up: October 31st, 2023 appeared first on SafeBreach.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 8, 2024

In the ever-evolving world of ransomware, it’s getting easier for threat groups to launch attacks – as evidence by the growing number of incidents – but more difficult to make a profit. The post Ransomware Attacks are Up, but Profits are Down: Chainalysis appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 23, 2024

The ransomware group that attacked a subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group stole massive amounts of customers’ private health care data, the latest in a continuing string of information coming out about the data breach. The post UnitedHealth: Ransomware Attackers Stole Huge Amount of Data appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 28, 2024

This group is known for deploying the Black Basta ransomware attack. On May 15, 2024, Microsoft released details about how this financially motivated group […] The post Black Basta Ransomware Attack: Microsoft Quick Assist Flaw appeared first on TuxCare.

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Security Affairs

MAY 22, 2024

The digital imaging products manufacturer OmniVision disclosed a data breach after the 2023 ransomware attack. In 2023, the imaging sensors manufacturer was the victim of a Cactus ransomware attack. The threat actors had access to the company systems between September 4 and September 30, 2023, when they deployed ransomware.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 17, 2024

Overall ransomware frequency grew by 64% in 2023, with increases in both direct and indirect ransomware. The post Ransomware Attacks Evolve as Average Ransom Demand Tops $1.26 Victims paid $282,000 in ransom on average, a 77% drop in price, and half the companies avoided paying a ransom completely.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Without AI, organizations will continue to suffer and struggle with recovery when faced with ransomware and other cyberattacks. The post Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Ransomware Mitigation appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

BlackFog's state of ransomware report measures publicly disclosed and non-disclosed attacks globally. The post The State of Ransomware 2024 appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

The LockBit ransomware group is swinging back days after U.S. The post LockBit Ransomware Group Returns After Law Enforcement Operation appeared first on Security Boulevard. and UK law enforcement agencies announced they had disrupted the operations of the prolific cybercrime gang.

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Bleeping Computer

MAY 24, 2024

A new ransomware strain called ShrinkLocker creates a new boot partition to encrypt corporate systems using Windows BitLocker. [.]

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Security Boulevard

MAY 24, 2024

Ransomware is a serious threat, so be prepared! Ransomware attacks have become a significant threat to organizations of all sizes, and these malicious attacks can encrypt sensitive data, disrupt operations, and […] The post Essential Strategies for Recovering from Ransomware Attacks appeared first on TuxCare.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 29, 2024

The Unfolding of the Cyberattack […] The post A(nother) Ransomware Saga with a Twist appeared first on TuxCare. The post A(nother) Ransomware Saga with a Twist appeared first on Security Boulevard. This incident has sent shockwaves through the U.S. healthcare system, affecting hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies nationwide.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 9, 2024

Department of Justice has unsealed charges against a Russian national accused of developing and operating the notorious LockBit ransomware, one of the most destructive and lucrative cybercrime operations in recent years. Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco stated, "We are using all our tools to hold ransomware actors accountable."

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Security Boulevard

MAY 24, 2024

The ransomware resizes system partitions to create a new boot partition, ensuring the encrypted files are loaded during system startup, which locks out the user. The post ShrinkLocker Ransomware Leverages BitLocker for File Encryption appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 12, 2024

In recent months, a concerning trend has emerged within the healthcare sector: the resurgence of BlackCat ransomware attacks. The post Alert: FBI Warns Of BlackCat Ransomware Healthcare Attack appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

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.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

8Base ransomware operators were observed using a variant of the Phobos ransomware in a recent wave of attacks. Cisco Talos researchers observed 8Base ransomware operators using a variant of the Phobos ransomware in recent attacks. The ransomware component is then decrypted and loaded into the SmokeLoader process’ memory.

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Bleeping Computer

MAY 17, 2024

This week was pretty quiet on the ransomware front, with most of the attention on the seizure of the BreachForums data theft forum. However, that does not mean there was nothing of interest released this week about ransomware. [.]

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Security Boulevard

MAY 21, 2024

Healthcare ransomware attacks are one example of cyberattacks for the healthcare sector due to the sensitivity of its data. In recent weeks, several attacks and data breaches have been identified, highlighting the sector’s target for ransomware groups and unwanted data exfiltration.

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Bleeping Computer

MAY 18, 2024

A ransomware operation targets Windows system administrators by taking out Google ads to promote fake download sites for Putty and WinSCP. [.]

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Security Affairs

MAY 16, 2024

Electronic prescription provider MediSecure in Australia suffered a ransomware attack likely originate from a third-party vendor. The company was forced to shut down its website and phone lines following a cyber attack, but it did not mention a ransomware attack. .” ” reported ABC. million customers.

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Security Affairs

MAY 13, 2024

Experts reported that since April, the Phorpiex botnet sent millions of phishing emails to spread LockBit Black ransomware. The ZIP archives contain a compressed executable payload that, if executed, will start the encryption process with LockBit Black ransomware. ” states the report published by the NJCCIC. 177 and 185[.]215[.]113[.]66.

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The Hacker News

MARCH 3, 2024

cybersecurity and intelligence agencies have warned of Phobos ransomware attacks targeting government and critical infrastructure entities, outlining the various tactics and techniques the threat actors have adopted to deploy the file-encrypting malware.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 17, 2024

Threat actors are exploiting the CVE-2023-22518 flaw in Atlassian servers to deploy a Linux variant of Cerber (aka C3RB3R) ransomware. Cado Security Labs recently became aware that Cerber ransomware is being deployed into Confluence servers via the CVE-2023-22518 exploit. ” states Cado Security. ” continues the report.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 30, 2024

Energy management and industrial automation firm Schneider Electric suffered a data breach after a Cactus ransomware attack. The attack was carried out by the Cactus ransomware gang , which claims to have stolen terabytes of corporate data from the company. The Cactus ransomware relies on multiple legitimate tools (e.g.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 12, 2024

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. Our prediction?

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 18, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats, ransomware has emerged as one of the most formidable and costly challenges facing businesses of all sizes. In 2024, having a comprehensive ransomware protection plan in place […] The post 6 Reasons Your Business Should Have Ransomware Plan appeared first on SternX Technology.

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Security Affairs

MAY 5, 2024

FuckRansomware pic.twitter.com/uD09m7AukH — Jon DiMaggio (@Jon__DiMaggio) May 5, 2024 However, researchers at VX-underground have spoken with Lockbit ransomware group administrative staff regarding the return of the old domain and the gang claims law enforcement is lying. Lockbit ransomware group states law enforcement is lying.

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