Bleeping Computer//
Dozens of Ransomware Variants Used in 722 Attacks Over 3 Months
The ransomware space was very active in the last quarter of 2021, with threat analysts observing 722 distinct attacks deploying 34 different variants.
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The Hacker News//
Nearly 34 Ransomware Variants Observed in Hundreds of Cyberattacks in Q4 2021
As many as 722 ransomware attacks were observed during the fourth quarter of 2021, with LockBit 2.0, Conti, PYSA, Hive, and Grief emerging as the most prevalent strains, according to new research published by Intel 471.
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Crypto News//
UK Crime Agency Calls for Crypto Mixing Regulation Amid Clampdown on Criminals
The UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA) has called on the country’s authorities to regulate decentralized crypto mixers that enable multiparty bitcoin (BTC) transactions, claiming that the process can be used by criminals to launder money from illicit sources and to avoid detection.
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Clearance Jobs//
Logistics Sector Gets Uptick in Ransomware Attacks: Warning to Defense Industrial Base
Over the past couple of years, we have seen certain supply chains hit with ransomware attacks.
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The CyberWire//
Are Biometrics Any Safer than Old-Fashioned Passwords? With “Deep Nude” Tech, Sextortionists Run Rampant in India. Montrose Regional Health Data Breach.
Though many consider the use of biometric data like iris scans or fingerprints for login credentials a more secure method than traditional passwords, the fact is that biometric data, just like passwords, are ultimately turned into code, which can be easily exfiltrated by attackers.
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Biometric Update.com//
Biometric Exploits Aren’t on the Horizon; They’re in the Backyard
The biggest threat to widespread use of biometrics in security is public distrust and the inability of the industry and government to address that distrust.
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Threatpost//
Conti Ransomware Decryptor, TrickBot Source Code Leaked
The decryptor spilled by ContiLeaks won’t work with recent victims. Conti couldn’t care less: It’s still operating just fine. Still, the dump is a bouquet’s worth of intel.
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Decipher//
Revamped Anchor Malware Targets Windows Systems
Researchers are warning enterprise organizations that a revamped version of the Anchor malware has been observed targeting Windows systems.
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HackRead//
Malware Families Using Pay-Per-Install Service to Expand Targets
The PrivateLoader is a Pay-Per-Install malware (PPI) that delivers a wide variety of malware.
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CSO//
Conti Gang Says it's Ready to Hit Critical Infrastructure in Support of Russian Government
The infamous cybercriminal group behind the Conti ransomware has publicly announced its full support for the Russian government while the country's army is invading Ukraine and threatened to strike the critical infrastructure of anyone launching cyberattacks or war actions against Russia.
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Gizmodo//
Trickbot May Be Kaput, but Its Operators Plan on Keeping Busy
For over half a decade, the Trickbot botnet has caused global amounts of trouble. Now, the cybercriminals behind it may be pivoting to other endeavors.
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Threatpost//
TrickBot Takes a Break, Leaving Researchers Scratching Their Heads
The infamous trojan is likely making some major operational changes, researchers believe.
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