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Creaky Old WannaCry, GandCrab Top the Ransomware Scene
2022-02-23 14:00

The self-propagating ransomware cryptoworm that's been parasitizing victims since 2017 was the top most detected ransomware family by far in January 2022, researchers found. Cybercrooks' zest for mobile malware makes sense, given that "Access to cryptocurrency trading and banking on devices makes mobile platforms an attractive target for cybercriminals," according to the report.

FBI seized $2.3M from affiliate of REvil, Gandcrab ransomware gangs
2021-11-30 21:46

The FBI seized $2.3 million in August from a well-known REvil and GandCrab ransomware affiliate, according to court documents seen by BleepingComputer. In a complaint unsealed today, the FBI seized 39.89138522 bitcoins worth approximately $2.3 million at current prices from an Exodus wallet on August 3rd, 2021.

FBI seized $2.2M from affiliate of REvil, Gandcrab ransomware gangs
2021-11-30 21:46

The FBI seized $2.2 million in August from a well-known REvil and GandCrab ransomware affiliate, according to court documents seen by BleepingComputer. In a complaint unsealed today, the FBI seized 39.89138522 bitcoins worth approximately $2.2 million from an Exodus wallet on August 3rd, 2021.

GandCrab ransomware affiliate arrested for phishing attacks
2021-03-09 15:07

A suspected GandCrab Ransomware member was arrested in South Korea for using phishing emails to infect victims. The GandCrab ransomware operation started in January 2018 when it quickly became a malware empire threatening businesses worldwide.

GandCrab ransomware hacker arrested in Belarus
2020-08-04 12:19

Law enforcement in Belarus has announced the arrest of a 31-year-old man who is alleged to have extorted more than 1000 victims with the infamous GandCrab ransomware in 2017 and 2018. Used GandCrab malware variants to conduct ransomware attacks.

Ransomware School: The Rise of GandCrab Disciples
2019-11-01 18:33

Upskilled Hackers Have Moved to Sodinokibi Ransomware-as-a-Service and BeyondFor Russian-speaking hackers, ransomware used to be taboo. But GandCrab killed all such ethical qualms, democratizing...

News Wrap: GandCrab Operators Resurface, Utilities Firms Hit By LookBack Malware
2019-09-27 12:00

The malware landscape continues to evolve with the re-emergence of the GandCrab operators and a continued spearphishing attack spreading the LookBack RAT.

Did GandCrab Gang Fake Its Ransomware Retirement?
2019-09-25 13:48

Evidence Mounts That Sodinokibi Ransomware Is GandCrab Gang's 'Retirement' PlanDid the gang behind GandCrab fake its retirement? Security experts say there's mounting evidence that the operators...

GandCrab Operators Resurface with REvile Malware
2019-09-24 21:00

Despite claiming they were retiring, GandCrab's authors have been linked to the REvile/Sodinokibi ransomware via a technical analysis.

Post GandCrab, Cybercriminals Scouring the Dark Web for the Next Top Ransomware
2019-08-19 19:49

A detailed look at underground forums shows that cybercriminals aren't sure where to look on the heels of the GandCrab ransomware group shutting its doors - and low-level actors are taking...