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A message on LockBit's site said law envorcement agencies had taken it over

US Bans 10 Crypto Addresses Linked To LockBit Ransomware Group

The Treasury's OFAC has blacklisted 10 Bitcoin and Ether addresses that it said were linked to two LockBit-associated individuals.

Rising Cyberattacks Prompt Bond Markets' Innovative Response To Combat Risk

Many organizations and municipalities are coping by purchasing cyber liability insurance, which offers coverage for things like data recovery and legal fees.

New Ransomware For Apple Mac Devices Being Developed By LockBit: Report

Cybersecurity experts have flagged new ransomware designed to target Apple's Mac devices, underscoring the progress of the cybercriminals behind LockBit.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation seal is seen at FBI headquarters in Washington

FBI Infiltrates, Shuts Down 'Hive' Ransomware Gang Responsible For Thousands Of Attacks

The FBI and Department of Justice announced the seizure of a website used by infamous ransomware group "Hive".

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Researchers have said a virus-monitoring app all Winter Olympics attendees must use has a 'simple but devastating' encryption flaw

Watch Out For Hackers At Winter Olympics, FBI Warns Ahead Of Opening Ceremonies In Beijing

The FBI is warning attendees and businesses at the Beijing Winter Olympics to be wary of the cybersecurity risks that they should be protecting against three days before the games begin.

The Ransomware Problem Is Worsening and Organizations Need to Pay More Attention

Ukrainian, Russian Men Charged For Major Cyberattack That Affected Thousands Of US Businesses

Two men allegedly responsible for the Sodinokibi/REvil ransomware attack in July were charged by the Department of Justice.

Cybercriminals have been able to extract ransoms from victims in government and a variety of industries

Senate Leaders Introduce Bill To Require Companies To Report Cyberattacks

Growing cyberattacks leads the Senate to introduce bill requiring companies to report hacking incidents.

Infographic: Crypto Ransom Payments Skyrocketed In 2020

Ransomware attacks have become more common and increasingly costly over the past few years.

Global Ransomware Attack: Russia-Linked Hackers Demanded $70 Million

Russian-linked hackers suspected to be linked to biggest ransomware attack on record, requesting $70 million in cryptocurrency from victims all around the world.

Security Experts Warns Of Imminent AI-Related Global Cyber Incident

Findings in a recent report suggested that there is a deep-seated concern about the dangers of AI falling into the wrong hands.

Some ransomware victims say they don't regain access to their data even after meeting demands of hackers

Department Of Justice Recovers Millions In Colonial Pipeline Ransom Paid To Hackers

Federal officials recover a portion of the Colonial Pipeline ransom from hackers.

Colonial Pipeline Hackers Reportedly Received $90 Million In Bitcoin Ransom Payments

The group of hackers reportedly received ransomware payments from 47% of its victims.

Ransomware showed no signs of easing in 2020 with some 2,000 organizations hit in the United States in government, education and health care, according to researchers

Sonicwall Under Ransomware Attack That Depicts DEATHRANSOM Through A Zero-Day Bug

Hackers continue to intrude more big companies by deploying ransomware and extorting money from victims or selling data on hacker forums.

Police based in Britain, Canada, Germany, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Ukraine and the United States teamed together to infiltrate the infrastructure of EMOTET, described as the "world's most dangerous" cybercrime malware tool

Police Smash 'World's Most Dangerous' Cybercrime Malware Tool

Police smash 'world's most dangerous' cybercrime malware tool

Ransomware Took Heavy Toll On US In 2020: Researchers

Ransomware took heavy toll on US in 2020: researchers

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Capcom Ransomware Attack Leaked 'Resident Evil 8’ Release Date, Battle Royale, Multiplayer Plans, More

Aside from “Resident Evil 8” details, hackers also leaked dates on “Monster Hunter Rise,” personal details of 350,000 Capcom-affiliated personnel, and more.