"In addition to the new backConnect malware developed by Qbot operators, research has emerged tying zloader[4] activity to that of the BlackBasta ransomware operation. It is highly likely this new side loading backConnect malware has been or is going to be utilized to further ransomware attacks."
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"Qbot is Back.Connect"
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https://medium.com/walmartglobaltech/qbot-is-back-connect-2d774052369f

#CyberVeille #qbot #malware #BlackBasta

Proofpoint's Daniel Blackford is set to take the stage at Black Hat USA for a talk on law enforcement takedowns.

#OperationEndgame is just one botnet disruption that has made recent headlines. #Emotet, #Qbot, #Lockbit, and #Smokeloader are a few others.

Law enforcement cooperates on takedowns -- but are they effective? Be sure to catch Daniel's talk to examine the data!

🤖 This week in cybersecurity news, an unfortunately named ransomware demanding over a HUNDRED MILLION DOLLARS! 💸

https://medium.com/@penquestr/the-sexi-140-million-ransom-parades-of-trojans-cyber-news-beat-6915f2eab673

#cyber #cybernews #tech #technews #technology #news #hack #hacking #cybersecurity #cybersecuritynews #informationsecurity #infosec #ESXi #VMware #Ivanti #Dlink #Hacker #hackers #Qbot

New #Qbot #malware variant uses fake Adobe installer popup for evasion

The misleading popup this campaign spawns “Adobe Setup” installs itself regardless of what you click.

As always be careful what you click and download.

#cybersecurity #security #infosec

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-qbot-malware-variant-uses-fake-adobe-installer-popup-for-evasion/

Do #takedowns help stop #cybercriminal activity? 🤔

They do, to a certain extent, according to @recordedfuture's 2023 Adversary Infrastructure Report.

📰 Read story here: https://infosecurity-magazine.com/news/malware-takedowns-cybercrime/

#QakBot #QBot #Emotet #CobaltStrike #RAT #botnet #infostealer

#Qbot malware returns in campaign targeting hospitality industry

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/qbot-malware-returns-in-campaign-targeting-hospitality-industry/

Qakbot Gang Still Active Despite #FBI Takedown 🦆🔫❌

A #Qakbot affiliate is still deploying Ransom Knight #ransomware and the Remcos #backdoor via phishing emails, according to @TalosSecurity. #Qbot

https://www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/qakbot-gang-still-active-despite/