In January 2025, Akira became the leading ransomware threat, responsible for 72 attacks, reflecting a 60% activity increase due to advanced tactics. New groups like MORPHEUS and Gd Lockersec emerged, targeting various sectors, particularly manufacturing and IT. The U.S. was the most targeted region, emphasizing the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures against evolving threats.
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Microsoft warns hackers have a new and devious way of distributing malware
Microsoft has issued a warning over ViewState code injection attacks on ASP.NET websites, where remote code execution can enable cybercriminals to inject malicious code. There