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Windows PC encrypted on Sept 22, 2026. Files renamed with .EGDN84DGq extension
posted in Introductions: Windows PC encrypted on Sept 22, 2026. Files renamed with .EGDN84DGq extension (this is also the victim ID). Ransom note asks to contact LMM Network on T
What IT Teams Get Wrong About Immutable Backups and Object Lock
Object lock can create false confidence when bucket settings, backup software, retention periods, and lifecycle rules are misaligned. Learn the most common immutable backup mistakes—and how to configure ransomware-resistant storage correctly without unexpecte
unidentified ransomware Extension .1sl7EEcfl (Lockbit 3.0 Black)
unidentified ransomware Extension .1sl7EEcfl (Lockbit 3.0 Black) - posted in Ransomware Help & Tech Support: Hi BleepingComputer Malware Analysts, I am requesting assistance in identifying and analyzing a potential new/custom ransomware variant that encrypte
Unidentified Ransomware Extension .1sl7EEcfl - Header Encrypted Sample Analysis
Hi BleepingComputer Malware Analysts, I am requesting assistance in identifying and analyzing a potential new/custom ransomware variant that encrypted files on two Windows machines. Neither ID Ranso
Object First Survey: Nearly Two-Thirds of UK IT Professionals Say AI-Powered Cyber Threats Increase Workplace Stress
Results show 91% report AI improves productivity, yet only 31% feel their organisation is well-equipped to respond to rising cyber threats LONDON, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Object First, the ransomware-proof on-premises backup storage company, today rele
NEPSE trading resumes after ransomware attack
Kathmandu, Sept 22: Share trading will resume as usual on Tuesday after a ransomware attack forced the Nepal Stock Exchange to suspend the market on Monday. NEPSE said the technical problem at Data Hub Pvt Ltd, which stores backups of the Trade Management Sys
ShinyHunters Hacked Clop. Now What About Clop's Victims?
ShinyHunters defaced Clop's Dark Web site and claims to have stolen victim data, potentially exposing organizations that paid ransoms to renewed extortion attempts.
Hacker-on-Hacker Crime: ShinyHunters Is Trying to Extort CLOP Ransomware Group
Cybercriminal group ShinyHunters claims to have hijacked the website of a rival gang, allegedly for stealing a way to hack a serious vulnerability in Oracle’s E-Business Suite software. Cybercriminal group ShinyHunters has a surprising new victim: CLOP, a riv
Cybercrime civil war brewing? ShinyHunters reportedly hacks Cl0p ransomware gang and threatens further damage
ShinyHunters hacked rival gang Cl0p, stealing source code, logs, and onion service keysThe gang defaced Cl0p’s site via Grav CMS flaw, posting their logo and taunts about past threat
RansomHouse picks a fight with Namibia's defense establishment
Namibia's computer security incident response team has confirmed unauthorized activity in the defense ministry's network and linked it to the RansomHouse cybercrime group. In an unusually direct att
Clop gets a taste of its own medicine after ShinyHunters hijack leak site
Clop has discovered what life is like on the receiving end of an extortion demand after rival crew ShinyHunters hijacked its leak site and demanded an eight-figure payout. The takeover surfaced over the weekend, when Clop's dark web leak site displayed a large "DOMAIN SEIZED BY SHINYHUNTERS" banner
Download Avira Free Antivirus (free) for Windows, macOS, Android, APK and iOS | Gizmodo
Offering essential protection against malware, viruses, ransomware, and other online threats, this free antivirus helps keep your Windows PC secure without slowing down everyday activities. It also includes privacy and performance features.