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British Library's candid ransomware comms driven by 'emotional intelligence'

www.theregister.com

It quickly realized ‘dry’ progress updates weren’t cutting it

Saturday, May 18

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Aussie cops probe MediSecure's 'large-scale ransomware data breach'

www.theregister.com

Throw another healthcare biz on the barby, mate

Friday, May 17

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CISA Issues Advisory on Black Basta Ransomware

www.jdsupra.com

On May 10, 2024, CISA, along with the FBI, HHS, and MS-ISAC, issued a joint Cybersecurity Advisory relating to Black Basta ransomware affiliates “that have targeted over 500 private industry and critical infrastructure entities, including…

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Black Basta Ransomware Struck More Than 500 Organizations Worldwide

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Read about Black Basta ransomware’s impact and how to mitigate it. Plus, learn about recent ransomware trends.

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LockBit Takedown Indicates Shifting DOJ Cyber Strategy and Has Implications for Ransomware Victims

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On May 7, 2024, the United States unsealed an indictment against Dmitry Yuryevich Khoroshev, one of the leaders of the Russian-based ransomware group LockBit, for his alleged involvement in developing and distributing the LockBit…

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Crims abusing Microsoft Quick Assist to deploy Black Basta ransomware

www.theregister.com

Spoiler alert: it's not really IT support controlling your device

Thursday, May 16

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Ransomware attacks hijack Windows Quick Assist feature

www.techradar.com

Researchers are warning of a combination of spam and IT tech support scam affecting Windows Quick Assist.

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Ransomware Frequency Up 64% on Remote Access Tools, Says At-Bay

A 64% jump in ransomware claims in 2023 is driven by an explosion in “indirect” ransomware incidents, up over 415% in 2023, with remote access tools accounting for 58% of attacks. The year-over-year increases were seen among mid-market and…

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Black Basta Ransomware Attack: Threat Actors Abuse Windows Quick Assist to Launch Phishing Scheme

www.techtimes.com

Cybercriminals with expertise in social engineering are abusing the Windows Quick Assist feature in the latest Black Basta ransomware attack.

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Most ransomware-hit enterprises report to authorities, but level of support varies

www.zdnet.com

Among businesses that notify the authorities, those in two Asian markets report the highest level of support in dealing with the attack.

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FBI takes down BreachForums ransomware website and Telegram channel

www.theregister.com

No more illicit gains, for a while at least

Wednesday, May 15

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Experts say cybercriminals made strange move after Wichita ransomware deadline passed

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Last week, one of the most prolific ransomware groups in the world took credit for the cyberattack against Wichita, and Tuesday was the deadline for the city to shell out the cash or risk all that sensitive data getting released on the…

Tuesday, May 14

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Ascension gives updates on what Florida patients can do following ransomware attack on its systems

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Ascension gave updates on what Florida patients can do after it confirmed it is a victim of ransomware attacks.

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Millions of phishing emails sent through botnet to push LockBit ransomware

www.techradar.com

LockBit affiliates are opting for a different strategy this time, casting a wide net.

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Cybersec chiefs team up with insurers to say 'no' to ransomware bullies

www.theregister.com

Guidebook aims to undermine the criminal business model

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Morning 4: Ransomware attack at Ascension hospitals impacting services -- and more news

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Morning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day.

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How Ascension ransomware attack is affecting Michigan patients, appointments

www.clickondetroit.com

Here's how the recent ransomware attack at Ascension's health facilities is impacting patient care in Michigan.

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Thailand tops region for ransomware attacks

www.bangkokpost.com

Thailand had the most ransomware attacks in Southeast Asia last year, according to the Russia-based cybersecurity company Kaspersky.