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FBI Seeks Further Info on BlackCat Amid Ransomware Attacks

Since its emergence in November, the BlackCat ransomware group has racked up at least 60 victims worldwide.

Ransomware

Regional U.S. Government Agency Hit With LockBit Ransomware

Researchers observed a "very messy attack" on a regional U.S. government agency where attackers lurked in the network for at least five months before ransomware was deployed.

Ransomware, Government Agencies

Local Government Ransomware Attacks Disrupt Public Services

Ransomware attacks on local governments over the past year have resulted in various public service disturbances, from disabling jail surveillance cameras to disrupting COVID-19 vaccination appointment scheduling.

Ransomware, Local Government, State and Local Government

FBI: AvosLocker Ransomware Hitting U.S. Critical Infrastructure

The AvosLocker ransomware-as-a-service is spread via ProxyShell exploits and spam email messages, and in some cases attackers threaten DDoS attacks during negotiations.

Ransomware, Fbi

NetWalker Ransomware Suspect Sent to U.S.

A Canadian man who U.S. authorities allege is part of the NetWalker ransomware operation has been extradited to the U.S.

Ransomware