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LockBit Ransomware gang endorses Donald Trump as next US President
The LockBit Ransomware gang, previously subdued by law enforcement agencies worldwide, has resurfaced with its trademark double extortion tactics, targeting businesses with file-encrypting malware attacks. Interestingly, the group’s leader, ‘LockbitSupp,’ has publicly endorsed Donald Trump as the next US President, citing his perceived ability to address potential challenges at the Mexico border, which the group […]
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Federal Trade Commission Clears X (formerly Twitter) of Data Security Violations Following an investigation into the server operations of X, previously known as Twitter, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced that Elon Musk’s company has upheld user privacy and safeguarded their data. This statement comes in response to complaints filed by privacy advocates alleging […]
UK NCA takes control of LockBit Ransomware gang website
The LockBit ransomware gang’s payment website fell under the control of US FBI and UK’s NCA in a joint operation named ‘Operation Cronos,’ utilizing a PHP exploit to disrupt services. Visitors attempting to access the site through Onion browsers are now redirected to a page displaying logos of various law enforcement agencies, signaling the intervention. […]
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During the holiday season of Christmas 2023, a ransomware attack targeted the Ohio Lottery, causing disruptions to its operations. The gaming company is currently in the process of recovering its encrypted data and is consulting with security experts to expedite the recovery. As a result of the attack, services such as prize and cash claims […]
Ransomware attack on Law Firm can halt its M&A
The Allen & Overy law firm, currently engaged in a Merger and Acquisition deal with Shearman & Sterling, has fallen prey to the LockBit ransomware group, a notorious faction known for spreading file-encrypting malware. Despite assurances from trade analysts that the cyber attack has not impacted the firm’s operations or data access, concerns linger regarding […]
LockBit hiring young hackers to launch ransomware attacks
LockBit, a notorious ransomware gang, has consistently targeted major corporations, with victims ranging from Boeing and DP World to the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China and Allen and Overy. Recent revelations suggest that the hackers achieved their success by exploiting a vulnerability in Citrix Bleed on their NetScaler server, a flaw that had been […]
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Investigation Deepens into MGM Resorts Hack and Caesars Entertainment Ransomware Attack Recent developments in the ongoing investigation into the MGM Resorts hack and the Caesars Entertainment ransomware attack have shed new light on the culprits behind these cybercrimes. Law enforcement agencies working on the case have revealed that the individuals responsible for these attacks are […]
LockBit hackers steal sensitive documents from Britain Military Defense
The United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defense has once again found itself in the spotlight due to a recent cyberattack, with fingers of suspicion pointing towards Russian hackers. While there is no conclusive evidence to substantiate these claims, there is a growing belief that Russia may be behind the latest data breach. Social media platforms, such […]
Apple M1 Chips face LockBit Ransomware threat in development
In recent times, there has been a concerning trend of ransomware groups targeting companies and extracting sensitive information. However, the latest development takes this threat to a whole new level. It appears that a criminal gang has gone a step further and established its own research and development (R&D) team with the specific aim of […]
LockBit siphoned $91 million in US alone and so tops the list
LockBit Ransomware was identified as the top extortion gang in the world as it topped the cyber threat list in United States and 6 other countries. According to an advisory published by American CISA the said file encrypting malware spreading gang was being widely used by cyber criminals who amassed about $91 million in the […]
