ransomware-as-a-service

Business

ShinyHunters Unleash ShinySp1d3r Ransomware-as-a-Service

A new ransomware-as-a-service platform called ShinySp1d3r is being developed by threat actors linked to ShinyHunters and Scattered Spider, marking a…

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Business

Pennsylvania AG Confirms Data Breach in INC Ransom Attack

The Pennsylvania Attorney General's office experienced a ransomware attack in August 2025, leading to a data breach where cybercriminals stole…

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Business

Qilin Ransomware Attacks Spike, Targeting Small Businesses

The Qilin ransomware group exploits common security weaknesses like unpatched VPNs and lack of multi-factor authentication, primarily targeting small and…

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Business

From $214K Cybersecurity Job to a Jail Cell: How It Happens

Cybersecurity experts face ethical dilemmas when negotiating ransomware payments, as they mediate between victims and criminals while enabling illegal profits.…

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Business

Qilin Ransomware Exposes 40+ Victims Monthly

The Qilin ransomware group has intensified global attacks, listing over 40 new victims monthly and primarily targeting the manufacturing industry,…

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Business

The Economics Fueling Global Ransomware

Ransomware has evolved into a sophisticated criminal business model, projected to cause $10.5 trillion in global economic losses by 2025,…

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Business

Ransomware Surge Intensifies the Battle for Cyber Defenders

Ransomware attacks have surged dramatically, with a 20% increase in victims in the first half of the year, driven by…

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Business

Panama Economy Ministry Confirms INC Ransomware Attack

The Ministry of Economy and Finance in Panama experienced a cybersecurity incident on a single workstation, but core systems and…

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Business

Royal & BlackSuit Ransomware Attack 450+ US Firms

International law enforcement disrupted a ransomware operation targeting over 450 U.S. organizations, seizing infrastructure linked to Royal and BlackSuit strains,…

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Artificial Intelligence

Ransomware Now Uses Quadruple Extortion for Maximum Impact

Cybercriminals are adopting quadruple extortion tactics, combining ransomware with DDoS attacks and third-party harassment, turning data breaches into full-scale business…

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Cybersecurity

BlackSuit Ransomware’s Dark Web Sites Shut Down by Authorities

Authorities dismantled the BlackSuit ransomware group's dark web infrastructure in a global operation, with a seizure notice displayed on their…

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Cybersecurity

Chaos Ransomware Strikes: New Wave of Cyberattacks

The ransomware group Chaos employs aggressive double extortion tactics and psychological pressure, offering rewards for compliance while escalating threats like…

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Cybersecurity

Qilin’s “Call Lawyer” Tactic: Ransomware Adds a Legal Threat Layer

Ransomware group Qilin has added a “Call Lawyer” feature to its affiliate toolkit, allowing attackers to simulate legal threats during…

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Business

LockBit Data Leak Reveals Top Targets: Chinese Orgs Hit Hard

The LockBit ransomware group's leaked data revealed modest financial gains of $2.3 million over five months, with administrators taking a…

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Business

Fortinet Flaws Exploited in Active Qilin Ransomware Attacks

Qilin ransomware attacks are exploiting critical Fortinet vulnerabilities (CVE-2024-21762 and CVE-2024-55591), targeting unpatched devices and posing risks to organizations globally.…

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