International law enforcement just dealt a massive blow to cybercrime by dismantling a notorious ransomware network and seizing over $1M in crypto. What will cybercriminals do next?
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Royal & BlackSuit wreaked havoc with multi-million-dollar ransom schemes and double-extortion tactics, crippling healthcare and government operations. Now, rumors of a “Chaos” rebrand have everyone on edge – what’s their next move?
https://thedefendopsdiaries.com/the-rise-and-impact-of-royal-and-blacksuit-ransomware-gangs/
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Despite a significant decrease in social engineering attacks linked to the Black Basta ransomware group since late December 2024, Rapid7 has observed sustained social engineering attacks. Evidence suggests that BlackSuit affiliates have either adopted Black Basta’s strategy or absorbed its members.
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