Embargo ransomware escalates attacks to cloud environments
Microsoft warns that ransomware threat actor Storm-0501 has recently switched tactics and now targets hybrid cloud environments, expanding its strategy…
Innovator Spotlight: DataBee™
The challenge of locating and utilizing data within organizations has become increasingly problematic. Despite the abundance of data available, much…
Hunters International Disguises SharpRhino RAT as Legitimate Network Admin Tool
The RaaS group that distributes Hive ransomware delivers new malware impersonating as validly signed network-administration software to gain initial access…
Firebird RAT creator and seller arrested in the U.S. and Australia
A joint police operation between the Australian Federal Police (AFP) and the FBI has led to the arrest and charging…
Optics giant Hoya hit with $10 million ransomware demand
A recent cyberattack on Hoya Corporation was conducted by the 'Hunters International' ransomware operation, which demanded a $10 million ransom…
LockBit’s Leak Site Reemerges, a Week After ‘Complete Compromise’
Is LockBit dead? Law enforcement and the group itself seem to be telling conflicting stories.
US offers up to $15 million for tips on ALPHV ransomware gang
The U.S. State Department is offering rewards of up to $10 million for information that could lead to the identification…
Fire Sale: Zeppelin Ransomware Source Code Sells for $500 on Dark Web
The buyer could use the code to restart the up to now all-but-defunct Zeppelin ransomware-as-a-service operation.
The law enforcement operations targeting cybercrime in 2023
In 2023, we saw numerous law enforcement operations targeting cybercrime operations, including cryptocurrency scams, phishing attacks, credential theft, malware development,…
The Week in Ransomware – December 15th 2023 – Ransomware Drama
The big news over the past two weeks is the continued drama plaguing BlackCat/ALPHV after their infrastructure suddenly stopped working…