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Threat Actors Attempting to Sell Data While Extorting Victims
Discover how cyber threat actors like "wonder" and "M0riarty" monetize stolen data through BreachForums and ransomware tactics.
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Interlock: An Emerging Ransomware Threat
An analysis of the Interlock ransomware group, their tactics, and their impact across various industries.
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Black Basta Leverages New Social Engineering Technique
Black Basta, a ransomware group active since at least April 2022, is deploying a new social engineering tactic using Microsoft Teams in an active campaign.
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The Return of Bumblebee Loader
After its disruption in May 2024, Bumblebee is back in the cyber ecosystem, using a new infection chain with LNK, PowerShell, and MSI files to drop additional malware.
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Red Team Tool Used to Disrupt Endpoint Security Solutions
Researchers observed criminals using the red-team tool EDRSilencer in cyberattacks. This open-source tool, designed for penetration testing, can detect EDR processes and monitor, modify, or block their outbound network communications.
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Recent Sanctions Reveal LockBit and Evil Corp Links
The US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control sanctioned seven individuals for their association with the Evil Corp cybercriminal group.
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Telegram Changes Privacy Policy
Telegram – the instant messaging platform popular with ransomware groups and cybercriminals because of its user privacy features – recently updated its privacy policy in an effort to discourage criminals from abusing the platform.
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Rhysida Using Oyster Backdoor in Attacks
The Rhysida ransomware group has been using the Oyster backdoor in attacks, leveraging fake websites to trick users into downloading malicious software.
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New Group Emerges with Similarities to ALPHV/BlackCat
Cicada3301, a new RaaS group, emerged in June 2024. Using double extortion, they target Windows and Linux/VMware ESXi systems, posting victims on their dark website. Their methods show strong similarities to ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware.
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Iranian Hackers Working with Ransomware Groups
An Iranian threat group linked to the GOI collaborates with ransomware affiliates, aiding network access and extortion for a ransom share.
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Automotive Industry Faces Increased Cyberattacks
Recent ransomware attacks have severely impacted the automotive industry, disrupting car and parts availability, dealership operations, and global economies.
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FIN7 Return Drives Increase in Cl0p Ransomware Attacks
FIN7 resumed operations in April 2024, fueling a rise in Cl0p ransomware attacks. Their partnership poses a heightened threat, using malvertising and trojans to target victims.
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