Tag: ransomware
Ransomware Notes: What are They?
If you are a cybersecurity enthusiast, then you must have heard of ransomware notes. These are the bold, unsettling messages that pop up on victims’ [more…]
The YARA User Guide: How to Install and Scan for .onion Strings
The power of YARA is undisputed in the world of cybersecurity, proving to be an essential tool for hunting malware. Here’s a quick guide on [more…]
US Government Offers $10 Million Reward for Info on Clop Ransomware Culprits
If you are a cybersecurity enthusiast, then you must have heard of the recent $10 million bounty placed by the US authorities on the criminals [more…]
Ransomware Attack: A Nightmare for IT Teams
When a ransomware attack happens, an IT team’s routine tasks are immediately put on hold. A ransomware attack is a virtual hostage situation where the [more…]
Gas Producer Sonangol Targeted: The Latest Victim of ALPHV Ransomware
The notorious ALPHV ransomware group, also known as BlackCat, has named Sonangol, a prominent gas producer, as its most recent victim. Sonangol, an Angolan state [more…]
What is BlackCat (Alphv) Ransomware?
BlackCat, otherwise known as ALPHV, has carved its niche in the cyber-threat landscape. Its unconventional Rust programming language and ability to target a wide array [more…]
Clop Ransomware MOVEit Vulnerability kept secret since 2021
On June 5, 2023, the infamous Clop ransomware group pulled back the curtain on its latest exploit, openly admitting to the exploitation of a zero-day [more…]