US sanctions Russian accused of laundering Ryuk ransomware funds
The U.S. government has sanctioned a Russian national for allegedly laundering millions of dollars’ worth of victim ransom payments on behalf of individuals linked to...
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Crypto Scams Down, But Ransomware Crime Up In 2023: Chainalysis
Crypto inflows to known criminal addresses are down 65% in 2023 compared to the same period one year ago, according to a mid-year crime update...
Cyber alert against Royal ransomware that attacks health, education sectors
The Indian cyber security agency has issued a warning against “Royal ransomware” virus that attacks critical sectors like communications, healthcare, education and even individuals...
US DOJ Seizes $500,000 From North Korean Hackers Who Targeted US Medical Providers
The US Justice Department has seized about $500,000 (roughly Rs. 4 crore) from North Korea-backed hackers using ransomware, Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco announced in...
FBI Announces Takedown of Hive Ransomware Network
The FBI announced the takedown of Hive, a ransomware network with members across multiple states in Europe and North America, in a recent press release....
Hive Ransomware Network Dismantled by American, European Law Enforcement – Bitcoin News
Law enforcement authorities from over a dozen countries in Europe and North America have taken part in disrupting the activities of the Hive ransomware group,...
Ransomware Revenue Drops as Victims Pay Less Often, Chainalysis Reports – Security Bitcoin News
While the number of ransomware hits may not have decreased significantly, the revenue from such attacks has fallen sharply last year, according to Chainalysis. The...