Tag: ransomware
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Ransomware profits drop as victims stop paying hackers
The number of victims paying ransomware threat actors has reached a new low, with just 23% of the breached companies giving in to attackers’ demands. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/ransomware-profits-drop-as-victims-stop-paying-hackers/
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LockBit 5.0 expands targeting amid ransomware escalation
The LockBit RaaS operation is back in action, with technical features and expanded targeting, and is contributing to a steadily growing number of ransomware attacks First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366633551/LockBit-50-expands-targeting-amid-ransomware-escalation
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Qilin Ransomware Group Publishes Over 40 Cases Monthly
Qilin ransomware activity has surged in late 2025, threatening data leaks via double extortion tactics First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/qilin-ransomware-40-cases-monthly/
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Qilin Targets Windows Hosts With Linux-Based Ransomware
The attack by the one of the most impactful RaaS groups active today demonstrates an evasion strategy that can stump defenses not equipped to detect cross-platform threats. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cyberattacks-data-breaches/qilin-targets-windows-hosts-linux-based-ransomware
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Risiken bei der Wiederherstellung nach Ransomware-Angriffen
Tags: alphv, authentication, backup, ceo, ciso, crowdstrike, cyber, cyberattack, DSGVO, encryption, extortion, incident response, infrastructure, insurance, lockbit, mfa, ransomware, resilience, risk, risk-management, service, tool, updateDie Zahlung des Lösegelds nach einer Ransomware-Attacke ist keine Garantie für eine reibungslose oder gar erfolgreiche Wiederherstellung der Daten.Zwei von fünf Unternehmen, die Cyberkriminellen für die Entschlüsselung von Ransomware bezahlen, können ihre Daten nicht wiederherstellen. Das hat eine weltweite Umfrage des Versicherungsanbieters Hiscox unter 1.000 mittelständischen Unternehmen ergeben.Die Ergebnisse zeigen, dass Ransomware nach wie vor…
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Risiken bei der Wiederherstellung nach Ransomware-Angriffen
Tags: alphv, authentication, backup, ceo, ciso, crowdstrike, cyber, cyberattack, DSGVO, encryption, extortion, incident response, infrastructure, insurance, lockbit, mfa, ransomware, resilience, risk, risk-management, service, tool, updateDie Zahlung des Lösegelds nach einer Ransomware-Attacke ist keine Garantie für eine reibungslose oder gar erfolgreiche Wiederherstellung der Daten.Zwei von fünf Unternehmen, die Cyberkriminellen für die Entschlüsselung von Ransomware bezahlen, können ihre Daten nicht wiederherstellen. Das hat eine weltweite Umfrage des Versicherungsanbieters Hiscox unter 1.000 mittelständischen Unternehmen ergeben.Die Ergebnisse zeigen, dass Ransomware nach wie vor…
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Ransomware, extortion groups adapt as payment rates reach historic lows
Ransomware groups are facing an economic downturn of their own: In Q3 2025, only 23 percent of victims paid a ransom, and for data theft incidents that involved no encryption, … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/10/27/ransomware-extortion-payment-q3-2025/
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Ransomware, extortion groups adapt as payment rates reach historic lows
Ransomware groups are facing an economic downturn of their own: In Q3 2025, only 23 percent of victims paid a ransom, and for data theft incidents that involved no encryption, … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/10/27/ransomware-extortion-payment-q3-2025/
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Cross-platform ransomware: Qilin weaponizes Linux binaries against Windows hosts
Tags: access, backup, cio, ciso, control, credentials, defense, detection, exploit, healthcare, identity, infrastructure, linux, monitoring, network, ransomware, threat, tool, windowsFixing the gaps : Threat actors are now exploiting legitimate IT tools and hybrid infrastructures to quietly sidestep conventional defenses, calling for CISOs to rethink security strategies.Mehta added that when Linux binaries execute on Windows through a remote tool, your Windows-only detections won’t save.He added, Agenda Ransomware exploits Windows-centric assumptions, under-protected RMM tools, and neglected driver…
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Cross-platform ransomware: Qilin weaponizes Linux binaries against Windows hosts
Tags: access, backup, cio, ciso, control, credentials, defense, detection, exploit, healthcare, identity, infrastructure, linux, monitoring, network, ransomware, threat, tool, windowsFixing the gaps : Threat actors are now exploiting legitimate IT tools and hybrid infrastructures to quietly sidestep conventional defenses, calling for CISOs to rethink security strategies.Mehta added that when Linux binaries execute on Windows through a remote tool, your Windows-only detections won’t save.He added, Agenda Ransomware exploits Windows-centric assumptions, under-protected RMM tools, and neglected driver…
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Qilin Ransomware Combines Linux Payload With BYOVD Exploit in Hybrid Attack
The ransomware group known as Qilin (aka Agenda, Gold Feather, and Water Galura) has claimed more than 40 victims every month since the start of 2025, barring January, with the number of postings on its data leak site touching a high of 100 cases in June.The development comes as the ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operation has emerged…
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Linux variant of Qilin Ransomware targets Windows via remote management tools and BYOVD
Qilin ransomware group used Linux binaries on Windows to evade EDRs, steal backups, and disable defenses via BYOVD attacks. Trend Research found that the Qilin ransomware group (aka Agenda) used a Linux ransomware binary on Windows systems via legitimate remote tools, bypassing Windows defenses and EDRs. The cross-platform method enables stealthy attacks, stealing backup credentials…
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Qilin Ransomware Combines Linux Payload With BYOVD Exploit in Hybrid Attack
The ransomware group known as Qilin (aka Agenda, Gold Feather, and Water Galura) has claimed more than 40 victims every month since the start of 2025, barring January, with the number of postings on its data leak site touching a high of 100 cases in June.The development comes as the ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operation has emerged…
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Qilin Ransomware Combines Linux Payload With BYOVD Exploit in Hybrid Attack
The ransomware group known as Qilin (aka Agenda, Gold Feather, and Water Galura) has claimed more than 40 victims every month since the start of 2025, barring January, with the number of postings on its data leak site touching a high of 100 cases in June.The development comes as the ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operation has emerged…
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Three Factors Determine Whether a Ransomware Group is Successful
ReliaQuest’s Threat Spotlight: How Automation, Customization, and Tooling Signal Next Ransomware exposes how elite Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) groups thrive. Automation, advanced tools, and attack customization attract top affiliates and drive faster, more effective ransomware operations. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/10/three-factors-determine-whether-a-ransomware-group-is-successful/
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Three Factors Determine Whether a Ransomware Group is Successful
ReliaQuest’s Threat Spotlight: How Automation, Customization, and Tooling Signal Next Ransomware exposes how elite Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) groups thrive. Automation, advanced tools, and attack customization attract top affiliates and drive faster, more effective ransomware operations. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/10/three-factors-determine-whether-a-ransomware-group-is-successful/
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Qilin Ransomware Exploits MSPaint and Notepad to Locate Sensitive Files
In the latter half of 2025, the Qilin ransomware group has solidified its standing as a formidable threat, continuing to post details of more than 40 victims per month on its public leak site. This rapid, relentless campaign”, primarily impacting manufacturing, professional and scientific services, and wholesale trade”, has propelled Qilin among the world’s most…
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Qilin Ransomware Exploits MSPaint and Notepad to Locate Sensitive Files
In the latter half of 2025, the Qilin ransomware group has solidified its standing as a formidable threat, continuing to post details of more than 40 victims per month on its public leak site. This rapid, relentless campaign”, primarily impacting manufacturing, professional and scientific services, and wholesale trade”, has propelled Qilin among the world’s most…
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Uncovering Qilin attack methods exposed through multiple cases
Cisco Talos investigated the Qilin ransomware group, uncovering its frequent attacks on the manufacturing sector, use of legitimate tools for credential theft and data exfiltration, and sophisticated methods for lateral movement, evasion, and persistence. First seen on blog.talosintelligence.com Jump to article: blog.talosintelligence.com/uncovering-qilin-attack-methods-exposed-through-multiple-cases/
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Everest Ransomware Says It Stole 1.5M Dublin Airport Passenger Records
Everest ransomware group claims to have stolen 1.5 million passenger records from Dublin Airport and personal data of 18,000 Air Arabia employees in latest breaches. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/everest-ransomware-dublin-airport-passenger-data/
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Safepay ransomware group claims the hack of professional video surveillance provider Xortec
Safepay group claims the hack of professional video surveillance provider Xortec and added the company to its data leak site. The Safepay group claimed responsibility for hacking German video surveillance provider Xortec and listed the company on its data leak site. The ransomware payment deadline is October 27, 2025. Xortec GmbH, based in Frankfurt with…
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Schneider Electric Opfer der Oracle E-Business Suite 0-day Schwachstelle CVE-2025-61882
Nutzer der Oracle Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) werden seit Juli 2025 über eine erst am 4. Oktober 2025 gepatchte 0-day-Schwachstelle CVE-2025-61882 erfolgreich angegriffen. Inzwischen werden die Namen von Opfern bekannt. So ist Schneider Electric Opfer der Clop-Ransomware-Gruppe geworden, die die … First seen on borncity.com Jump to article: www.borncity.com/blog/2025/10/24/oracle-e-business-suite-0-day-schwachstelle-cve-2025-61882/
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Everest Ransomware Claims ATT Careers Breach with 576K Records
Everest ransomware group claims a breach of ATT Careers, alleging theft of 576,000 applicant and employee records locked behind a password-protected listing. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/everest-ransomware-att-careers-breach/
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UK ramps up ransomware fightback with supply chain security guide
Multinational guidance, developed by the UK and Singapore, is designed to help organisations reinforce their supply chain against ransomware attacks First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366633558/UK-ramps-up-ransomware-fightback-with-supply-chain-security-guide
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Top 10 Best Security Operations Center (SOC) as a Service Providers in 2025
In 2025, the digital landscape is more complex and perilous than ever. Organizations face an unrelenting barrage of sophisticated cyber threats, from advanced ransomware campaigns to nation-state-backed attacks. As a result, many are turning to SOC as a Service Providers to gain around-the-clock security monitoring, threat detection, and incident response without the overhead of building…
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New LockBit Ransomware Victims Identified by Security Researchers
Check Point has identified a dozen attacks in September that bore the LockBit stamp, with half of them attributed to the group’s new ransomware version First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/new-lockbit-ransomware-victims/
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LockBit 5.0 Targets Windows, Linux, and ESXi Systems in Ongoing Attacks
After months of disruption following Operation Cronos in early 2024, the notorious LockBit ransomware group has resurfaced with renewed vigor and a formidable new arsenal. In September 2025 alone, researchers identified a dozen organizations targeted by the revived operation. Particularly alarming is the rapid adoption of the new LockBit 5.0 variant, which accounted for half…
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Counter Ransomware Initiative stresses importance of supply-chain security
As cybercriminals increasingly exploit third-party products to deploy ransomware against organizations, a global coalition is urging companies to pay more attention to their software supply chains. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/counter-ransomware-initiative-software-supply-chain-guidance
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Ransomware Actors Targeting Global Public Sectors and Critical Infrastructure
The public sector faces an unprecedented cybersecurity crisis as ransomware actors intensify their assault on government entities worldwide. According to Trustwave’s SpiderLabs research team, nearly 200 public sector organizations have been struck with ransomware in 2025 alone, with Babuk and Qilin emerging as the most prolific threat groups driving this surge in attacks against critical…
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Ransomware recovery perils: 40% of paying victims still lose their data
Tags: access, attack, authentication, backup, breach, business, ceo, crypto, cyber, cybersecurity, data, data-breach, encryption, extortion, finance, GDPR, group, incident response, insurance, leak, mfa, privacy, ransom, ransomware, resilience, risk, risk-management, service, threat, updateAdditional recovery pressures: Modern ransomware attacks now routinely involve double or triple extortion whereby attackers threaten to leak stolen data or launch distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks even after payment.This fundamentally changes the calculus on what victims can expect in cases where they decide to make a ransomware payment, which more often than not…