Linux Variant of Helldown Ransomware Targets VMware ESxi Systems

November 19, 2024 at 05:15PM The emerging Helldown ransomware targets organizations using VMware ESXi servers, exploiting undocumented vulnerabilities in Zyxel firewalls. Since August, it has impacted 31 victims, mainly US businesses. Helldown employs sophisticated tactics to steal and threaten to leak sensitive data, emphasizing the importance of vigilant security measures for virtualized infrastructures. ### Meeting … Read more

New ‘Helldown’ Ransomware Variant Expands Attacks to VMware and Linux Systems

November 19, 2024 at 05:45AM Cybersecurity researchers have identified a new Linux variant of the Helldown ransomware, derived from LockBit 3.0. This group targets virtualized infrastructures, exploiting Zyxel security flaws. Helldown employs double extortion tactics, attacking various sectors. Additionally, a new ransomware, Interlock, has emerged, targeting similar sectors with advanced operations. ### Meeting Takeaways on … Read more