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Ransomware Roundup - Rhysida

Rhysida, a double-extortion ransomware, has been hitting Europe in particular but has also been found in other parts of the world. Learn more.

By Shunichi Imano and James Slaughter August 31, 2023

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The Latest Intel on Wipers

FortiGuard Labs research found wiper malware took off in the second half of 2022. In this article learn about the growth of wiper malware and how to avoid a wipeout.

By Derek Manky March 23, 2023

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Old Cyber Gang Uses New Crypter – ScrubCrypt

FortiGuard Labs elaborates on the details of ScrubCrypt malware that obfuscates and encrypts applications and makes them able to dodge to security programs. Read more.

By Cara Lin March 08, 2023

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Key Findings from the 2H 2022 FortiGuard Labs Threat Report

This report examines the cyber threat landscape over the year's second half to identify trends and insights on what security professionals should know to protect their organizations.

By Derek Manky February 22, 2023

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Supply Chain Attack via New Malicious Python Packages by Malware Author Core1337

The FortiGuard Labs team recently discovered various new 0-day attacks in PyPI packages by malware author, "Core1337". Read to learn more about these malicious supply chain attacks.

By Jin Lee February 08, 2023

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Supply Chain Attack by New Malicious Python Package, “web3-essential”

FortiGuard Labs team discovers another 0-day attack in a malicious PyPI package called “web3-essential”. See how this malware avoids suspicion and other observations.

By Jin Lee February 02, 2023

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Ransomware Roundup – Trigona

In this week's Ransomware Roundup, FortiGuardLabs covers Trigona ransomware along with protection recommendations. Read the blog to find out more.

By Shunichi Imano February 02, 2023

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Analyzing Malware Code that Cryptojacks System to Mine for Monero Crypto

FortiGuard Labs analyzes malicious code found in captured excel documents that cryptojacks a victim’s system to mine for Monero cryptocurrency. See how the malicious software is delivered, executed, and the techniques it uses to gain persistence on a device.

By Xiaopeng Zhang January 31, 2023

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The Year of the Wiper

FortiGuard Labs has been tracking wiper malware since the start of the 2022 Russia-Ukraine conflict. Read our latest blog to find out recent updates about the trends in wiper malware and how attack scenarios have changed.

By Geri Revay January 24, 2023

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QR Code Phishing Attempts to Steal Credentials from Chinese Language Users

FortiGuard Labs recently discovered a phishing campaign using a variety of QR codes to target Chinese language users. It aims to steal credentials by luring users into entering their data into a phishing website owned by the threat actor. Read our blog to learn more:

By James Slaughter January 23, 2023