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Rust-Based Ransomware Cicada3301 Aims at Windows and Linux Platforms

New Ransomware Variant Cicada3301 Targets SMBs with Sophisticated Techniques Cybersecurity researchers have recently unveiled a new strain of ransomware identified as Cicada3301, which bears resemblance to the now-defunct BlackCat operation (also known as ALPHV). This emerging ransomware poses a significant threat, particularly to small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), according to…

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Ransomware Attacks on U.S. Financial Firms Surge in 2024

Recent ransomware attacks have escalated, impacting organizations across the globe and leaving no sector untouched. A report from Trustwave SpiderLabs reveals a substantial uptick in attacks, particularly in the United States, where the financial sector, including banks and credit unions, has experienced an alarming concentration of incidents. This year alone…

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