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Ransomware
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Woodgnat Hackers Use Mistic RAT to Broker Access for Ransomware Gangs
Woodgnat Hackers use Backdoor.Mistic, a stealthy RAT, to let brokers compromise networks and sell entry points to ransomware groups, putting firms at risk.
DragonForce Ransomware Abused Microsoft Teams to Hide Malware Activity
DragonForce ransomware abused Microsoft Teams relay systems to hide a custom backdoor, steal files and encrypt systems at a US services firm.
Extradited Ukrainian Man Admits Role in Conti Ransomware Attacks
Ukrainian national Oleksii Lytvynenko has pleaded guilty in the US to wire fraud conspiracy linked to Conti ransomware, which hit more than 1,000 victims and generated at least $150 million in ransom payments.
Europol Seizes First VPN Used by Ransomware Gangs, Arrests Administrator
Europol has seized First VPN, a service used by ransomware gangs, arrested its administrator and gained access to data linked to thousands of users.
The Gentlemen Ransomware Gang Hit by Internal Breach, Operations Exposed
The Gentlemen ransomware gang suffered an internal breach in May 2026, exposing victim data, affiliate activity, and backend operations.
Why Outdated Maintenance Software Is a Growing Ransomware Risk
Outdated maintenance software increases ransomware risk by exposing weak access controls, unpatched systems, and critical operational data to attackers.
Paying Ransom Won’t Help as VECT 2.0 Ransomware Destroys Data Irreversibly
VECT 2.0 ransomware contains fatal flaws that permanently destroy files, making recovery impossible and rendering ransom payments useless for victims worldwide.
2 US Cybersecurity Experts Jailed for Aiding ALPHV (BlackCat) Ransomware
Two US cybersecurity experts jailed for aiding BlackCat ransomware group, extorting victims worldwide and exploiting insider access for profit.
Alleged German DDoS-for-Hire Kingpin Behind Fluxstress Caught in Thailand
Alleged German cybercrime figure behind Fluxstress and Neldowner arrested in Thailand after years running global DDoS-for-hire services across countries.
Storm-1175 Deploys Medusa Ransomware Within 24 Hours of Flaw Disclosure
Microsoft researchers have uncovered a fast-moving group, Storm-1175, launching high-speed Medusa ransomware attacks against healthcare and education sectors in the UK, US, and Australia by exploiting security flaws in as little as 24 hours.