The Hacker News

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Ransomware and malware continue to be the method of choice by big game hunting (BGH) cyber criminals, and the increased use of hands-on or “interactive intrusion” techniques is especially alarming.

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MARCH 4, 2024

When the Babuk ransomware group disbanded in 2021, it seemed like a minor victory in the ongoing battle against cybercrime. However, the leak of Babuk’s source code has become a breeding ground for new... The post RA World Ransomware: A Babuk Successor Targets Healthcare appeared first on Penetration Testing.

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Tech Republic Security

OCTOBER 19, 2020

The groups have been using off-the-shelf tooling and open source penetration testing tools at unprecedented scale, according to Accenture's 2020 Cyber Threatscape Report.

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APRIL 18, 2024

A new technical analysis by Seqrite cybersecurity researchers has revealed alarming upgrades to the GhostLocker ransomware. This notorious Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) framework, operated by the hacktivist group GhostSec, has undergone a significant evolution. Its new... The post GhostLocker 2.0

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 21, 2020

Ransomware is undoubtedly one of the most unnerving phenomena in the cyber threat landscape. Related: What local government can do to repel ransomware Ransomware came into existence in 1989 as a primitive program dubbed the AIDS Trojan that was spreading via 5.25-inch inch diskettes. inch diskettes. FBI spoofs 2012 – 2013.

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APRIL 16, 2024

Cybersecurity researchers at Secureworks Counter Threat Unit (CTU) are tracking a significant escalation in activity from the GOLD IONIC ransomware group.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2024

The Abyss Locker ransomware is a sophisticated threat that targets both Linux and Windows operating systems.

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Krebs on Security

MARCH 2, 2022

Earlier this week, a Ukrainian security researcher leaked almost two years’ worth of internal chat logs from Conti , one of the more rapacious and ruthless ransomware gangs in operation today. – Penetration Testers/Hackers: Those on the front lines battling against corporate security teams to steal data, and plant ransomware.

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JANUARY 25, 2024

Recently, FortiGuard Labs uncovered the FAUST ransomware, a variant of the notorious Phobos family.

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MARCH 5, 2024

Cisco Talos observed a collaborative effort between the GhostSec and Stormous ransomware groups, conducting double extortion attacks leveraging GhostLocker and StormousX. ... The post GhostLocker & StormousX: Global Ransomware Attacks Hit 18 Nations appeared first on Penetration Testing.

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MARCH 15, 2024

A recently patched vulnerability in the popular Python web framework aiohttp has swiftly landed on the radar of notorious ransomware operators, according to a report from Cyble Global Sensor Intelligence (CGSI). The flaw, tracked... The post ShadowSyndicate Ransomware Gang Targets aiohttp CVE-2024-23334 Flaw: Patch Now!

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JANUARY 31, 2024

In the Internet age, where cyber threats continually evolve, the rise of scripted ransomware marks a new era of digital extortion.

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APRIL 25, 2024

A public-private partnership in the Netherlands has revealed critical information about a dangerous ransomware group dubbed Cactus that has been actively targeting Qlik Sense servers, a popular business intelligence tool.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 5, 2021

A hacker working for Conti Ransomware has reportedly leaked some of the important document files on a hacker’s forum. Conti Ransomware attack procedure leak shows how complicated things can turn out if the relationship between a principal gang member and affiliate hackers goes sour.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 15, 2024

While American Water has not disclosed the exact method of attack, such incidents often involve tactics like ransomware or phishing , where hackers gain access to sensitive systems and either steal or encrypt data, demanding a ransom in return for restoring access.

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NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Active since 2019, SMOKEDHAM plays a... The post SMOKEDHAM Backdoor: UNC2465’s Stealth Weapon for Extortion and Ransomware Campaigns appeared first on Cybersecurity News. A comprehensive analysis by TRAC Labs has shed light on the SMOKEDHAM backdoor, a malicious tool leveraged by the financially motivated threat actor UNC2465.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 24, 2025

eWPTX – a highly respected certification that is 100% practical and validates the advanced skills necessary to conduct in-depth penetration tests on modern web applications. For example, network defense and malware analysis labs show engineers how to contain ransomware outbreaks.

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JANUARY 18, 2024

The AhnLab Security Intelligence Center has uncovered that the LockBit ransomware is being spread through malicious Word files disguised as resumes.

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Security Affairs

MAY 9, 2021

CISA has published an analysis of the FiveHands ransomware, the same malware that was analyzed a few days ago by researchers from FireEye’s Mandiant experts. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has published an analysis of the FiveHands ransomware that was recently detailed by FireEye’s Mandiant. Pierluigi Paganini.

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JANUARY 24, 2024

The Danish Centre for Cyber Security (CFCS) is warning of increased ransomware activity, exploiting CVE-2023-20269, a vulnerability that affects the VPN feature in Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) and Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD)... The post Denmark’s CFCS Raises Alarm on Ransomware Exploiting Cisco VPN Flaw CVE-2023-20269 (..)

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APRIL 16, 2024

Cybersecurity researchers at Netskope Threat Labs have uncovered a new ransomware strain dubbed “Evil Ant.”

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JANUARY 23, 2024

The Kasseika ransomware, identified amidst a surge in bring-your-own-vulnerable-driver (BYOVD) attacks in 2023, emerges as a formidable adversary.... ... The post Unpacking Kasseika: The Latest Ransomware to Exploit BYOVD Tactics appeared first on Penetration Testing.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, ransomware has emerged as one of the most pervasive and damaging forms of malware.

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JANUARY 29, 2024

AhnLab Security Intelligence Center (ASEC) has recently uncovered a concerning development in ransomware attacks. A new threat actor, previously known as Trigona ransomware, has been identified as installing Mimic ransomware.

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APRIL 24, 2024

A new report from Cyble Research & Intelligence Labs (CRIL) has shed light on the origins of DragonForce, a dangerous ransomware strain that emerged in late 2023.

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JANUARY 11, 2024

The Medusa ransomware has emerged as a formidable adversary. Originating as a Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) in late 2022, Medusa has rapidly evolved, primarily targeting Windows environments.

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NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Kaspersky Labs has unveiled a sophisticated new ransomware variant named Elpaco, which has emerged as an evolution of the Mimic ransomware family.

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Krebs on Security

OCTOBER 8, 2020

There’s an old adage in information security: “Every company gets penetration tested, whether or not they pay someone for the pleasure.” ” Many organizations that do hire professionals to test their network security posture unfortunately tend to focus on fixing vulnerabilities hackers could use to break in.

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MAY 15, 2024

This sophisticated attack uses malicious ads on common search engines like Bing,... The post New Malvertising Campaign Leads to Ransomware Through Trojanized Installers of WinSCP and PuTTY appeared first on Penetration Testing.

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MAY 29, 2024

Cybersecurity firm ReliaQuest has published a detailed analysis of a BlackSuit ransomware attack that occurred in April 2024, shedding light on the sophisticated tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) employed by this increasingly active cybercrime... The post Researchers Reveal Sophisticated BlackSuit Ransomware Attack appeared first (..)

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MAY 1, 2024

The world of cybersecurity is witnessing an alarming trend as ransomware groups intensify their attacks on Microsoft SQL (MS-SQL) servers, exploiting weak management practices to deploy devastating malware.

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DECEMBER 17, 2024

Forescout Research – Vedere Labs, in collaboration with PRODAFT, has unveiled a massive ransomware campaign exploiting vulnerabilities in DrayTek Vigor routers, marking a new frontier in the targeting of network... The post Massive Ransomware Campaign Targets DrayTek Routers appeared first on Cybersecurity News.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Concevis, a major Swiss provider of software solutions for the government, financial sector, and industrial and logistics companies in Switzerland, recently faced a ransomware attack.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Rapid7’s Managed Detection and Response team has identified active exploitations leveraging the CVE-2023-46604 vulnerability, casting a... The post Apache ActiveMQ Servers Exploited by HelloKitty Ransomware appeared first on Penetration Testing.

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DECEMBER 21, 2023

In the dynamic world of cybersecurity, the Akira ransomware stands out as a formidable adversary.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2024

The emergence of Alpha Ransomware in early 2023 caught the attention of the Threat Hunter Team from Symantec due to its striking technical and operational similarities to NetWalker, a prolific ransomware family dismantled by... The post Cybersecurity Alert: Alpha Ransomware Mirrors NetWalker’s Tactics appeared first on Penetration (..)

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FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Nevada Ransomware, identified by Resecurity’s threat research and intelligence team, is rapidly gaining notoriety for its advanced functionality and enticing affiliate program.

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