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LockBit 5.0

Oct 10, 2025 2:50:07 PM / by The Hivemind posted in Cybercrime, Linux Malware, Windows Malware, LockBit Ransomware, double extortion, VMware virtualization, ESXi attacks, ransomware trends, data encryption, anti-analysis techniques

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Executive Summary

LockBit 5.0, the latest evolution of the notorious ransomware, targets Windows, Linux, and VMware ESXi systems with advanced obfuscation, DLL reflection, and anti-analysis techniques. Its cross-platform capabilities and enhanced encryption methods make it a formidable threat to enterprise networks.

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