The LockBit ransomware group is embroiled in a stand-off with the Federal Reserve Board, threatening to release 33 TB of alleged breach data if a ransom payment isn’t made. Although there has been no official confirmation or comment on the breach, tensions between Russia and the US are expected to rise if the allegations are true. LockBit, believed to have ties to Russia, has targeted a variety of organizations, including government and law enforcement agencies. The deadline of June 25 approaches for the potential data release.

FakeUpdates leads India’s malware threats in May: Check Point report
Check Point Software Technologies’ Global Threat Index for May 2025 identifies FakeUpdates as the most widespread malware threat in India. Other active malware families include