A recent report from Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), published on October 4, 2024, indicates significant advancements in the recovery of funds linked to ransomware activities. HSI officials have successfully tracked and recovered approximately $4.3 billion in cryptocurrency payments associated with ransomware over the last three years. The Department of Homeland…
Europol, in a coordinated effort with global law enforcement agencies, has expanded its Operation Cronos to apprehend four individuals alleged to have connections with the notorious LockBit ransomware group. A recent press release highlighted the successful arrests as well as the seizure of servers and financial assets linked to this…
The RansomHub ransomware group has emerged as a significant cyber threat, with reports indicating it has successfully compromised and encrypted data from over 210 victims since its formation in February 2024, according to U.S. government sources. The attackers are linked to an operation that has selected targets across a wide…
The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has successfully disrupted the online infrastructure supporting the emerging ransomware group known as Radar Announced on Monday, this operation led to the dismantling of multiple servers across several countries, including three in the United States, three in the United Kingdom, and eighteen in…
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…
A hacktivist collective identified as Head Mare has emerged as a notable threat actor, launching targeted cyber attacks against organizations in Russia and Belarus. According to Kaspersky’s analysis released earlier this week, Head Mare employs sophisticated techniques to gain initial access to their targets, distinguishing themselves from other groups in…
