Tag: Play

FBI, CISA, ASD issue advisory warning of Play ransomware global threat using double extortion tactics

FBI, CISA, ASD issue advisory warning of Play ransomware global threat using double extortion tactics

The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and the Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD's ACSC) have collaborated to release a joint Cybersecurity Advisory (CSA). The guidance provides important information about the…

New GRIT data continues to observe ransomware group exploitation of viable vulnerabilities

New GRIT data continues to observe ransomware group exploitation of viable vulnerabilities

The GuidePoint Research and Intelligence Team (GRIT) Ransomware Report disclosed that November closed with an increase in posted ransomware victims relative to a quieter October, but in keeping with an overall higher rate of victims consistent since March. While total…

Alleged Daixin hackers strike at NTMWD water utility, causing disruptions

Alleged Daixin hackers strike at NTMWD water utility, causing disruptions

The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) recently experienced a 'cybersecurity incident,' but officials have confirmed that water services remain unaffected. The incident primarily impacted the district's business computer network and phone system based in Wylie. As a result, the…

FBI, CISA warn of Scattered Spider hackers targeting commercial facilities, adopt social engineering techniques

Manufacturing sector remains prime target for ransomware attacks, according to GRIT report

Manufacturing was once again the most targeted industry by ransomware attackers, with 49 victims, according to data released by GuidePoint Research and Intelligence Team (GRIT) Ransomware Report for October. The sector was most heavily impacted by LockBit and Play, which…