The FBI disrupted the AlphV ransomware group’s operations by seizing control of its infrastructure, releasing a software tool that allowed approximately 500 victims to restore their systems and data. However, AlphV regained control of its dark-web site and claimed the FBI’s actions would prevent another 3,000 victims’ data from being decrypted. Furthermore, AlphV removed restrictions on hacking hospitals and critical infrastructure, likely trying to prevent the defection of affiliates.
Warning issued over ‘fast flux’ techniques used to obscure malicious signals on compromised networks
Law enforcement agencies have warned that organizations face a common network vulnerability that allows hackers to dodge detection and distribute malicious software indiscriminately. Referred to
