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LockBit Ransomware Variant Targets VMware ESXi Servers

Researchers found an announcement on an underground forum for LockBit Linux-ESXi Locker version 1.0 in October.

Ransomware, Linux, Vmware

Europol Takes Down VPN Service Used by Cybercriminals

A coordinated law enforcement operation seized 15 servers of a VPN provider that was a “popular choice for cybercriminals.”

Vpn, Cybercrime, Ransomware

Russia Arrests Alleged REvil Ransomware Members at U.S. Urging

The Russian FSB has arrested 14 alleged members of the REvil ransomware group after U.S. officials urged the country to move against the group.

Ransomware, Governance

AvosLocker Ransomware Attacks Spike

The emergence of AvosLocker is part of an overarching shift in the RaaS ecosystem over the latter half of 2021.

Ransomware

Ransomware Group Continually Rebrands to Slip Under Radar

Researchers warn that a ransomware group's constant rebranding and its small size has allowed for it to fly under the radar.

Ransomware, Malware, Critical Infrastructure