Google’s managed defense team warns of malware, known as playfulghost, that acts as a backdoor supporting commands like keylogging, screen capture, and file transfers. The malware reportedly uses two distribution methods: phishing attacks and SEO poisoning, bundling with popular applications, including VPNs. The threat is believed to be built on a remote access trojan known as Gh0st.
Massachusetts health firm reaches $80,000 settlement with HHS following ransomware investigation
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has fined Elgon Information Systems $80,000 following a ransomware attack in 2023 that saw over 31,000
