RansomHub’s malicious use of TDSSKiller to bypass endpoint detection and response (EDR)
Kaspersky Lab’s TDSSKiller is a widely used free utility for detecting and removing rootkits. However, a recent cyberattack campaign by the RansomHub ransomware gang has leveraged TDSSKiller to...
Fog ransomware extends reach to financial sector
The Fog ransomware, previously targeting educational and recreational sectors, has now shifted its focus to the lucrative finance industry. In a recent attack, threat actors compromised VPN credentials...
Understanding the threat of RomCom’s ransomware campaign
In recent months, the cyber threat landscape has seen a significant uptick in ransomware attacks, with the Russian group known as RomCom, or Storm-0978, emerging as a formidable...
Regulatory action against advanced: a case study in data security breaches
In an intensive examination of data security practices, British regulators have levied a preliminary fine of £6.09 million on Advanced, a prominent service provider for the National Health...
The evolving landscape of Proton ransomware: a focus on the Zola variant
Since its emergence in March 2023, the Proton ransomware family has shown a remarkable capacity for evolution, with the latest variant, Zola, highlighting significant advancements in its attack...
RansomHub ransomware: a new threat in the cybercrime landscape
Cybersecurity researchers at Lab52 have highlighted the rise of the RansomHub ransomware gang, which employs a mix of old and new tactics to breach systems. Using tools like...
Ongoing exploitation of VMware ESXi vulnerability CVE-2024-37085
A vulnerability in VMware’s ESXi virtualization platform, identified as CVE-2024-37085, continues to leave thousands of servers susceptible to ransomware attacks. Despite ongoing exploitation by cybercriminals and warnings from...
Ransomware threats loom over Paris 2024 olympics
A recent study by ExtraHop has highlighted the near inevitability of ransomware attacks targeting the Paris 2024 Olympics. The event’s IT infrastructure has faced frequent attacks over the...