On May 7, 2024, UK National Crime Agency published the detailed dossier on the LockBit ransomware group’s leader. Dmitry Khoroshev, known as LockBitSupp, leads one of the most vicious ransomware groups since its inception in 2020. After unmasking, law enforcement initiated sanctioning the hacker in numerous countries around the world. NCA Unveils LockBitSupp Identity Several… Continue reading LockBit Leader Identity Revealed, NCA Publishes More Data
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LockBit is Back With New Claims and Victims
The story around LockBit ransomware takedown on February 19 continues to unfold. After almost a week of downtime and silence, the infamous gang is back online on a new Onion domain, boasting new hacks. To top it all off, an infamous LockBitSupp released a lengthy statement about what happened and what’s next. LockBit Ransomware is… Continue reading LockBit is Back With New Claims and Victims
LockBit Ransomware Taken Down by NCA
On February 19, 2024, LockBit ransomware was taken down by the UK National Crime Agency in cooperation with a selection of other law enforcement agencies. The banner typical for such takedowns now illustrates all the web assets of LockBit ransomware. There is quite a hope about the possible release of decryption keys and even a… Continue reading LockBit Ransomware Taken Down by NCA
LockBit Ransomware Uses Resume Word Files to Spread
A recent investigation by ASEC reveals the new tactics of an infamous LockBit ransomware. “Post-paid pentesters” started masquerading as innocuous summaries in Word documents. Ironically, this similar tactic is reminiscent of its past modus operandi. This clever tactic allows the ransomware to infiltrate systems unnoticed. LockBit Ransomware in action The LockBit ransomware, known for its… Continue reading LockBit Ransomware Uses Resume Word Files to Spread
LockBit Ransomware Exposes Boeing’s 50GB of Data Leaked
In a cybersecurity nightmare, Boeing, a global aerospace and defense titan, has fallen victim to the notorious LockBit ransomware group. It resulted in the exposure of a staggering 50 gigabytes of sensitive data. The breach came to light on November 15, 2023, as LockBit made good on its threat. They published Boeing’s confidential information after… Continue reading LockBit Ransomware Exposes Boeing’s 50GB of Data Leaked
Boeing Hack Confirmed, LockBit Group Resposible
Boeing, a major aircraft manufacturer and aerospace & defence contractor in the US, has confirmed the ransomware attack. A week before, on October 27, it was listed by LockBit ransomware on their Darknet site. Now, Reuters agency has confirmed that the incident was real. Boeing Hacked by LockBit On October 27, 2023, LockBit cybercrime group… Continue reading Boeing Hack Confirmed, LockBit Group Resposible
3AM Ransomware Backs Up LockBit In Cyberattacks
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a new family of ransomware called 3AM. Attackers attempted to use it as an alternative attack method during the failed LockBit deployment. 3AM Ransomware – The Fallback Variant of LockBit According to a recent report, cybersecurity experts have discovered a new type of ransomware known as 3AM. Since this ransomware has… Continue reading 3AM Ransomware Backs Up LockBit In Cyberattacks
Fullerton India Hacked, LockBit Leaks 600GB of Data
Fullerton India, a large lending institution from India, appears to be hacked back in early April 2023. It is confirmed by the LockBit ransomware Darknet blog, where hackers listed the company, and now, over a month later, published all the leaked information. Fullerton, LockBit – who are they? Fullerton India Credit Company, or shortly Fullerton… Continue reading Fullerton India Hacked, LockBit Leaks 600GB of Data
Ransomware Attacks Increasingly Using AuKill Malware to Disable EDR
A new cybercrime tool called “AuKill” has emerged, which attackers use to disable endpoint detection and response (EDR) defenses used by enterprises before deploying ransomware. AuKill malware uses malicious device drivers to infiltrate systems. Recently, researchers from Sophos discovered an attacker using AuKill before deploying Medusa Locker ransomware and another attacker using it on an… Continue reading Ransomware Attacks Increasingly Using AuKill Malware to Disable EDR
Clop and LockBit Ransomware Exploit Fresh Vulnerabilities in PaperCut
Microsoft has linked recent attacks on PaperCut servers to ransomware operations by Clop and LockBit, which used vulnerabilities to steal corporate data. In March 2023, print management solutions provider PaperCut fixed vulnerabilities CVE-2023-27350 (9.8 out of 10 on the CVSS scale, equalling the recently-discovered MSMQ vulnerability) and CVE-2023-27351 (8.2 out of 10). on the CVSS… Continue reading Clop and LockBit Ransomware Exploit Fresh Vulnerabilities in PaperCut