Ransomware
DOJ Charges Latvian National for Role in 'Trickbot' Ransomware Scam
The "Trickbot Group" told victims they would need to purchase special software through a bitcoin address to decrypt their files.
The Ransom-Ware
An ode to companies that poorly guard their computer systems and end up paying extortionists bitcoin to unlock them (with apologies to Rudyard Kipling).
Top US Lawmaker Presses Big Companies on Ransomware Crypto Payments
Paying international criminals to unlock data “will put an even bigger target on the back of critical infrastructure,” says U.S. Rep. Carolyn Maloney.
Biden Administration to Probe Crypto Use in Ransomware Attacks
"Expanding cryptocurrency analysis" is part of the U.S. president's new review of ransomware attacks.
Ransomware Attacks Growing More Profitable: Chainalysis
Ransomware-linked addresses had at least $81 million in crypto flow in this year, the blockchain analytics firm said in a new report.
Colonial Pipeline Paid Almost $5M Crypto Ransom Soon After Attack: Report
The company previously said it would not pay the hackers.
'Panda' Malware Targets Crypto Wallets and Users' Discord, Telegram Accounts
The main "new" aspect here is the target of the data theft.
Enforcing KYC, AML Laws Is Key to Reducing Ransomware Attacks: Task Force
Existing AML/KYC laws could reduce ransomware proliferation, but it would require an international effort.
Acer Reportedly Hit With $50M Crypto-Ransomware Demand
Acer hasn't yet confirmed the attack, reports Tech Radar.
