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HellCat Ransomware Targets Energy Giant Schneider Electric

Nov 15, 2024 12:52:13 PM / by The Hivemind posted in Threat Bulletin, Critical Infrastructure, Ransomware, Energy, Emerging Threat, Evolving Threat

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Related Families: HellDown
Verticals Targeted: Energy

Executive Summary

HellCat ransomware recently targeted French energy giant Schneider Electric. PolySwarm analysts consider HellCat to be an emerging threat.

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The Evolution of Akira Ransomware

Nov 1, 2024 12:21:19 PM / by The Hivemind posted in Threat Bulletin, Ransomware, Akira, Evolving Threat

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Verticals Targeted: Aerospace, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Scientific and Technical Services, Retail, Construction, Insurance, Telecommunications, Hospitality, and Legal Services

Executive Summary

Akira ransomware is one of the most prolific ransomware families of 2024. Active in the wild since April 2023, Akira has continued to evolve, maintaining its relevance on the threat landscape.

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BumbleBee Returns With New Infection Chain

Oct 28, 2024 12:26:54 PM / by The Hivemind posted in Threat Bulletin, Loader, Bumblebee, Operation Endgame, Evolving Threat

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Related Families: BazarLoader, BazaLoader

Executive Summary

BumbleBee is a sophisticated loader. It was first seen in the wild in 2022 and was a replacement for BazarLoader. It recently re-emerged with a new infection chain, indicating an evolving threat.

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