Tag: Ransomware
German And Ukrainian Police Carry Out Raid On Homes Of Alleged Black Basta Crypto Hackers
Law enforcement from five countries raided homes in Ukraine to dismantle the Black Basta hacking group. Oleg Nefedov, the group’s alleged ringleader, is now on…
US Hits BlackSuit RansomWare Gang Hard, Takes Down Servers And Seizes $1 Million In Crypto
S and global law enforcement dismantled the BlackSuit ransomware group, seizing $1M in crypto in a coordinated crackdown. US and international law enforcement agencies…
Chainalysis: Crypto Ransomware Has Grown in 2023
When it comes to crypto crime, a new report issued by blockchain analysis firm Chainalysis shows that there’s good news and bad news. The good…
The White House Thinks BTC Has Just Boosted Crime
According to White House officials, bitcoin – though it has its benefits – has increased ransomware cases across the country. The White House Isn’t Confident in BTC…
Sebastien Vachon-Desjardins to Face Trial in U.S. for Crypto Ransomware Scheme
A Canadian government employee thought to be involved in a series of crypto-related ransomware attacks has been extradited to the United States to face judgement.…
Sophos: Crypto Involved in 79% of Ransomware Attacks
Ransomware is becoming a huge problem. In fact, according to a detailed report published by cybersecurity firm Sophos, cryptocurrency was involved in approximately 79 percent…
US Treasury Imposes Sanctions On Suex Crypto Exchange for Processing Ransomware Payments
Just a day or so after announcing sanctions on crypto exchanges that engage in illicit transactions or the processing of ransomware payments, it looks like…
Digital Mint Helps Companies Recover Quickly from BTC Ransomware
Digital Mint is a company that provides tools and funds to companies that have fallen victim to bitcoin and crypto-based ransomware attacks. Digital Mint Is…
Barracuda Networks: BTC Ransomware Attacks Have Increased Tenfold
The bitcoin spikes that have occurred over the past year have led to serious jumps in ransomware attacks according to new data from Barracuda Networks,…
