#RansomwareEcosystem

Fighting Back Against Multi-Staged Ransomware Attacks Crippling Businesses

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August 6, 2024 at 09:42AM Ransomware attacks have evolved from indiscriminate victims to targeted, multi-staged attacks. Attackers infiltrate organizations, eavesdrop on emails, and exfiltrate critical data before encrypting computers and demanding a ransom. This modern method renders traditional recovery systems useless. Ransomware has become organized, with syndicates offering ransomware-as-a-service and state-sponsored attackers joining in. Organizations … Read more

Ransomware Groups, Targeting Preferences, and the Access Economy

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February 20, 2024 at 10:40AM Ransomware attacks are often initiated by criminals exploiting easily accessible targets, rather than choosing them. Infostealer malware, particularly through Telegram channels, contributes to the proliferation of ransomware attacks. Additionally, initial access brokers sell corporate IT access, which is taken advantage of by ransomware groups and affiliates to carry out attacks, … Read more