Cybersecurity experts have discovered a new method of ransomware distribution involving the use of the Phorpiex botnet, known as Twizt, to disseminate LockBit Black ransomware through millions of phishing emails and compromised websites. This deployment technique represents an evolution in ransomware dissemination, with automation enabling malware propagation on an unprecedented scale.
Tor Project X Account Hacked to Promote Cryptocurrency Scheme
The Tor Project’s X account was hacked on January 30, 2025, promoting a fraudulent cryptocurrency scheme. The organization warned followers to avoid interaction with the