Security News > 2019 > October > Ransomware Attacks: STOP, Dharma, Phobos Dominate
2019-10-16 16:03
GlobeImposter 2.0 and Sodinokibi Strikes Also Common, Researchers FindRansomware is once again the most common illicit profit-making tool in online attackers' arsenal, law enforcement officials warn. Security firm Emsisoft says the most-seen strains in recent months include STOP, Dharma .cezar, Phobos, GlobeImposter 2.0 and Sodinokibi. Less widely seen Ryuk also continues to generate big profits.
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