MedusaLocker ransomware – Part 2
After discussing the nature of ransomware attacks and aspects of MedusaLocker’s behavior, we delve into the malware analysis and explain why it is interesting.
ransomware
Ransomware groups – who are they, what do they want and how do they do it?
Ransomware – a cybersecurity term that is now familiar to the general public as it has a detrimental impact on all areas of the economy.
The Ferrari incident and why the automotive industry is a favourite of cyber criminals
Ferrari’s recent incident shows yet again why the automotive industry is a prime target for cybercriminals and ransomware groups – joining a long line of similar attacks including Ferrari’s hit last year, the “Conti” incident of Volkswagen and Audi or Renault as collateral in the WannaCry campaign, to just name ...
The REvil is in the details
The REvil (also known as Sodinokibi) ransomware operation has taken the spotlight in recent years. The Russian group operates by direct attacks, and also in a ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) model, through affiliates who provide access to networks, carry out ransomware attacks or negotiate on behalf of REvil. In the RaaS model, ...
Anatova – A Cool Proof-Of-Concept Ransomware
The Anatova ransomware first came to light in 2019 January. It was discovered on a private P2P network, and McAfee detected over 300 instances of the malware worldwide at the time. Anatova’s objective is to encrypt important files and network shares and demanding a cryptocurrency ransom of 10 DASH for ...