Tag: FinCEN

Advisory warns of MedusaLocker RaaS-based model that depends upon observed split of ransom payments

Advisory warns of MedusaLocker RaaS-based model that depends upon observed split of ransom payments

U.S. agencies issued a joint cybersecurity advisory providing information on the MedusaLocker ransomware, including recent activity observed in May. The hackers predominantly rely on vulnerabilities in Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) to access victims’ networks, encrypt the victim’s data and leave…

US critical infrastructure sector under threat from AvosLocker ransomware, agencies find

US critical infrastructure sector under threat from AvosLocker ransomware, agencies find

U.S. agencies identified that the AvosLocker affiliate-based group has targeted multiple critical infrastructure sectors in the nation, including, but not limited to, the financial services, critical manufacturing, and government facilities sectors. AvosLocker has been classified as a Ransomware as a…

network resilience

Network resilience is vital for securing critical infrastructure

The US administration recently hosted 30 countries in a counter-ransomware event that focused on improving network resilience, addressing the abuse of financial mechanisms, and disrupting the ransomware ecosystem. The governments recognize the need for urgent action, common priorities, and complementary…