July 19, 2024 at 03:24AM The Play ransomware group has developed a new Linux variant targeting ESXi environments, with potential collaboration with Prolific Puma. The ransomware utilizes evasion techniques and custom-built tools. To mitigate the risk of attacks on ESXi environments, it’s recommended to implement strong access controls, network segmentation, regular backups, and security monitoring. … Read more
May 14, 2024 at 12:20PM The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) collaborated with insurance associations to release a guidance book aimed at preventing organizations from quickly paying ransomware demands. The book provides recommendations and advises against paying ransoms, as it reinforces cybercriminals’ activities. This initiative is viewed as a temporary solution while discussions about … Read more
May 8, 2024 at 02:06PM The ransomware attack on Change Healthcare has underscored the vulnerability of data-rich healthcare companies to cyber theft. With ransomware attacks becoming more frequent and sophisticated, businesses must focus on cyber resilience to better prepare and recover from such incidents. Organizations should prioritize strategic readiness, prevention measures, and incident response in … Read more
February 12, 2024 at 10:48AM South Korean researchers discovered and publicly disclosed a flaw in Rhysida ransomware, enabling the creation of a free Windows decryptor. This ransomware is known for targeting healthcare organizations and was the subject of a warning by the FBI and CISA for attacks against various industries. The flaw allowed for the … Read more