#RansomwareOps

North Korean Hackers Shift from Cyber Espionage to Ransomware Attacks

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July 25, 2024 at 11:03AM North Korea-linked threat actor APT45 is expanding into financially-motivated attacks using ransomware, marking a shift from traditional cyber espionage. It is associated with deploying ransomware families SHATTEREDGLASS and Maui, targeting entities in South Korea, Japan, and the U.S. The group is also linked to malware such as Dtrack and has … Read more

As lawmakers mull outlawing poor security, what can they really do to tackle online gangs?

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January 4, 2024 at 06:51AM The ransomware landscape in 2023 saw continued attacks on major organizations, but also notable progress in law enforcement’s efforts to bring down cybercriminal gangs. While some groups remained active, LE’s disruption of several operations marked significant strides in the fight against ransomware. The need for impactful legislation to further combat … Read more