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Ransomware

A collection of 33 posts
LockBit 5.0 Variant Expands Attacks on Windows Linux and Virtual Infrastructure
Ransomware

LockBit 5.0 Variant Expands Attacks on Windows Linux and Virtual Infrastructure

Threat Group – LockBit operators Threat Type – Ransomware as a Service Exploited Vulnerabilities – Exposed remote access services, unpatched internet facing infrastructure, valid credential reuse, weak virtualisation hardening Malware Used – LockBit 5.0 Windows Linux and ESXi variants Threat Score – 7.5 🔴 High – Cross platform impact with ESXi targeting, rapid encryption, and
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ScarCruft and RokRAT Pose High Threat to Government and Academia
APT

ScarCruft and RokRAT Pose High Threat to Government and Academia

Threat Group: ScarCruft / APT37 / Reaper / Red Eyes Threat Type: Advanced Persistent Threat (APT), Remote‑Access Trojan (RAT), Espionage and Ransomware Exploited Vulnerabilities: CVE‑2017‑8291 (Encapsulated PostScript vulnerability in Hangul Word Processor), CVE‑2024‑38178 (Internet Explorer mode of Microsoft Edge), vulnerabilities in Hancom Office; exploitation of Windows LNK files,
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Charon ransomware adopts APT style tactics to target Middle East public sector and aviation
Ransomware

Charon ransomware adopts APT style tactics to target Middle East public sector and aviation

Threat Group: Suspected China linked Earth Baxia affiliate or imitator Threat Type: Ransomware Exploited Vulnerabilities: None confirmed. Suspected spear phishing and DLL sideloading Malware Used: Ransom.Win64.CHARON.THGBCBE Threat Score: 🔴 High (7.5/10) – Advanced persistent threat style capabilities, targeted operations, destructive behaviours, and potential state alignment Last Threat
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Fog Ransomware Returns with Expanded Toolset and Enterprise Focus
Ransomware

Fog Ransomware Returns with Expanded Toolset and Enterprise Focus

Threat Group: Unknown (Closed group suspected) Threat Type: Ransomware with espionage-like capabilities Exploited Vulnerabilities: SonicWall VPN (CVE-2024-40766), Veeam RCE (CVE-2024-40711), possible Exchange vulnerabilities Malware Used: Fog Ransomware, Syteca (Ekran) client, Adaptix Beacon, GC2, Stowaway, 7-Zip, MegaSync Threat Score: 🔴 High (8.0/10) – Due to advanced persistence techniques, espionage-style data theft,
3 min read
Threat Actor Azote Group Expands Nitrogen Ransomware Campaign Targeting IT and Finance
Ransomware

Threat Actor Azote Group Expands Nitrogen Ransomware Campaign Targeting IT and Finance

Threat Group: Azote Group / UNC4696 Threat Type: Ransomware (Double Extortion), Initial Access Broker Exploited Vulnerabilities: Malvertising, DLL Sideloading, Vulnerable Drivers, Social Engineering Malware Used: NitrogenLoader, NitrogenInstaller, NitrogenStager, Sliver, Cobalt Strike, BlackCat/ALPHV, KeeLoader Threat Score: 🔥 Critical (9.1/10) – Due to its modular, evasive attack chain, and confirmed links to
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MedusaLocker Variant ETHAN Deploys Stronger Encryption and Data Theft
Ransomware

MedusaLocker Variant ETHAN Deploys Stronger Encryption and Data Theft

Threat Group: MedusaLocker Threat Type: Ransomware Exploited Vulnerabilities: No specific vulnerabilities identified; relies on common malware distribution methods Malware Used: ETHAN Ransomware (variant of MedusaLocker) Threat Score: High (9.0/10) – Due to its double-extortion tactics, data encryption capabilities, and impact on critical business operations. Last Threat Observation: March 02,
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The New Ransomware Menace Vgod Gains Momentum
Ransomware

The New Ransomware Menace Vgod Gains Momentum

Threat Group – Vgod Crew Threat Type – Ransomware Exploited Vulnerabilities – Unpatched remote code execution flaws, vulnerabilities in VPNs, weak passwords Malware Used – Vgod Ransomware, Custom Trojanized Toolsets Threat Score – High (8.7 out of 10) – Reflecting advanced encryption, double extortion tactics, cross-platform targeting, and alignment with broader ransomware trends Last Threat
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Interlock Ransomware Targets FreeBSD and Critical Infrastructure
Ransomware

Interlock Ransomware Targets FreeBSD and Critical Infrastructure

Threat Group: Interlock Threat Type: Ransomware Exploited Vulnerabilities: Network vulnerabilities; FreeBSD and VMware ESXi environments Malware Used: Interlock ransomware variants for FreeBSD and Windows Threat Score: High (8.0/10) — due to cross-platform targeting, focus on critical infrastructure, and double-extortion tactics Last Threat Observation: November 2024 Overview Interlock ransomware is
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