U.S. Disrupts Russian Botnet
The Cyclops Blink botnet, which the U.S. has removed from vulnerable internet-connected firewall devices, been linked to the Russian hacking group Sandworm.
AvosLocker Ransomware Targeting Critical Infrastructure
The ransomware-as-a-service group continues to target critical infrastructure in the U.S.
RagnarLocker Ransomware Connected to Hacks at 52 Organizations
New guidance from the FBI contains IOCs and technical details on how the ransomware spreads.
Federal Advisory Highlights Increased Globalized Ransomware Threat
A joint advisory on ransomware issued by the FBI, CISA, and the NSA recapped ransomware activity in 2021 and showed why the threat continues to loom large for enterprises.
Friday Five 1/28
The Linux PolicyKit bug, $770 million lost in social media scams, and more - catch up on the infosec news of the week with the Friday Five!
Ransomware Groups Turning to Insiders to Help with Attacks
A new survey suggests there's been an uptick in ransomware groups reaching out to employees in hopes they can help them carry out attacks against their company.
Friday Five 1/7
A scientist pleads guilty to stealing trade secret data, a new proof-of-concept iPhone Trojan, and more - catch up on the infosec news of the week with the Friday Five!
DOJ Takes Action Against Two Charged with Ransomware Attacks
The Justice Department announced this week that it arrested two involved with deploying ransomware and that it seized $6.1 million in ransom payments.
US Treasury Outlines Compliance Best Practices for Cryptocurrency Companies
The newly released guide is designed to emphasize sanctions compliance requirements amid the US government’s efforts to combat ransomware.
Government Agencies Warn About BlackMatter Ransomware
CISA, the FBI, and NSA provided defenders with tips to protect networks and mitigations to prevent the spread of the ransomware.
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