FireCrypt Ransomware Contains DDoS Functionality
In addition to encrypting files, a new strain of ransomware, FireCrypt, also attempts to carry out a weak DDoS attack.
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Cry Ransomware Uses UDP, Imgur, Google Maps
Ransomware purporting to come from a phony government agency, the Central Security Treatment Organization, has been making the rounds and using Google Maps and Imgur, researchers claim.
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Pokémon GO Spam, Ransomware, On the Rise
Attackers are pushing Pokémon GO-themed ransomware and SMS spam messages to entice players to visit malicious websites. Continue reading Pokémon GO Spam, Ransomware, On the Rise
CryptXXX Ransomware Updates Ransom Note, Payment Site
CryptXXX ransomware has been updated with new ransom instructions and payment site, as well as the removal of special extensions appended to encrypted files. Continue reading CryptXXX Ransomware Updates Ransom Note, Payment Site
RAA Ransomware Composed Entirely of JavaScript
Researchers this week claim they’ve noticed a new strain of ransomware unlike any they’ve seen prior – a type composed entirely of JavaScript. Continue reading RAA Ransomware Composed Entirely of JavaScript
BlackShades Ransomware Targets US, Russians, Teases Researchers
Deep in the code of the BlackShades ransomware there exist a handful of strings that once decoded, taunts security researchers. Continue reading BlackShades Ransomware Targets US, Russians, Teases Researchers
Master Decryption Key Released for TeslaCrypt Ransomware
The criminals behind the TeslaCrypt ransomware have closed up shop and publicly released the master decryption key that unlocks files encrypted by the malware. Continue reading Master Decryption Key Released for TeslaCrypt Ransomware
Latest Petya Ransomware Strain Comes with a Failsafe: Mischa
The latest Petya ransomware attacks come with a twist; if Petya is not granted privileges to encrypt the Master File Table, it instead installs Mischa ransomware. Continue reading Latest Petya Ransomware Strain Comes with a Failsafe: Mischa
US, Canada Issue Ransomware Advisory
The United States and Canada issued a joint advisory on the threat posed by crypto-ransomware. Continue reading US, Canada Issue Ransomware Advisory