August 13, 2024 at 04:07PM LockBit 3.0 remains the most prominent ransomware gang in 2024, with 325 victims identified in the first half, followed by Play, 8base, Akira, BlackBasta, and Medusa. The report also highlights notable law enforcement takedowns of ransomware groups, leading to disruptions in the criminal ecosystem. It mentions the emergence of new … Read more
May 31, 2024 at 09:36AM SecurityWeek compiles important cybersecurity news, highlighting impactful stories. Recent articles cover threats like abusing BitLocker for ransomware, critical data exposure in India, AI-as-a-service vulnerability, and surveillance using Wi-Fi-based positioning systems. Additionally, a memorandum of understanding aims to boost electric sector cybersecurity, while cyberspying targets political entities in multiple regions. Based … Read more
January 20, 2024 at 10:16AM The 3AM ransomware operation is found to have connections with infamous groups like the Conti syndicate and the Royal ransomware gang. They are using new tactics such as sharing data leaks with victims’ social media followers and using bots to reply to high-ranking accounts on X. 3AM also tested a … Read more
December 3, 2023 at 04:11PM Security researchers discovered an advanced Linux encryptor made by the Qilin ransomware gang targeting VMware ESXi servers. This customizable encryptor focuses on virtual machine encryption and snapshot deletion while offering a wide range of command-line options for operational flexibility. Qilin, which emerged from the “Agenda” operation, conducts double-extortion attacks and … Read more