There's an argument against ever paying ransomware/extortionware hackers under any circumstances and I can see this example becoming exhibit A.
May 7, 2025 at 10:27 PM
There's an argument against ever paying ransomware/extortionware hackers under any circumstances and I can see this example becoming exhibit A.
Had to reset the whole ass laptop because of this bullshit extortionware.
December 29, 2024 at 9:30 AM
Had to reset the whole ass laptop because of this bullshit extortionware.
In some way this is soft-core version of extortionware. Although you pay them money willingly already for them taking your data unless you say no. 😅
The advices on this blog are scarily on point.
"The only way to truly stop extortionware is to prevent the initial compromise."
The advices on this blog are scarily on point.
"The only way to truly stop extortionware is to prevent the initial compromise."
What is extortionware?
Ransomware groups use extortionware to nullify backups and pressure victims into paying. Find out how extortionware works and how you can protect your company.
www.emsisoft.com
April 2, 2025 at 11:32 AM
In some way this is soft-core version of extortionware. Although you pay them money willingly already for them taking your data unless you say no. 😅
The advices on this blog are scarily on point.
"The only way to truly stop extortionware is to prevent the initial compromise."
The advices on this blog are scarily on point.
"The only way to truly stop extortionware is to prevent the initial compromise."
I was reversing some Android malware and found CSAM embedded in the app. It was extremely disturbing, and I don’t know how content moderators deal with that on a regular basis. (The app itself was extortionware: we found these pictures on your device so pay a fine to avoid prosecution, etc.)
May 11, 2023 at 2:11 AM
I was reversing some Android malware and found CSAM embedded in the app. It was extremely disturbing, and I don’t know how content moderators deal with that on a regular basis. (The app itself was extortionware: we found these pictures on your device so pay a fine to avoid prosecution, etc.)
Full Article: www.technadu.com/droidlock-ma...
How often do you review Android device policies in your organization?
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How often do you review Android device policies in your organization?
#CyberSecurity #DroidLock #AndroidMalware #MobileSecurity #Spain #InsiderThreat #Extortionware #TechNadu
DroidLock: Malware Build for Extortion, Device Takeover, and Insider Risk in Spain
DroidLock targets Spanish Android users with full device takeover, credential theft, and data-wipe capabilities via phishing and updates.
www.technadu.com
December 11, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Full Article: www.technadu.com/droidlock-ma...
How often do you review Android device policies in your organization?
#CyberSecurity #DroidLock #AndroidMalware #MobileSecurity #Spain #InsiderThreat #Extortionware #TechNadu
How often do you review Android device policies in your organization?
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How extortionware, cyberextortion and ransomware differ
Extortionware and ransomware may seem similar at first glance, but they are far from equal. Explore how extortion works and why prevention is key.
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July 25, 2025 at 6:46 PM
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Not that it matters, but has that plane been swept for bugs? keyloggers, malware, ransomware, extortionware or briberyware.
May 12, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Not that it matters, but has that plane been swept for bugs? keyloggers, malware, ransomware, extortionware or briberyware.
The latest update for #Splunk includes "DNS Security: Today's Most Common DNS Risks and Threats" and "What Is Extortionware? Going Beyond Ransomware".
#cybersecurity https://opsmtrs.com/2VDgR1X
#cybersecurity https://opsmtrs.com/2VDgR1X
Splunk
Splunk produces software for searching, monitoring, and analyzing machine-generated big data, via a Web-style interface
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May 30, 2025 at 1:56 AM
The latest update for #Splunk includes "DNS Security: Today's Most Common DNS Risks and Threats" and "What Is Extortionware? Going Beyond Ransomware".
#cybersecurity https://opsmtrs.com/2VDgR1X
#cybersecurity https://opsmtrs.com/2VDgR1X
The latest update for #Splunk includes "What Is Extortionware? Going Beyond Ransomware" and "How To Use Splunk To Monitor Security of Local LLMs (Part I)".
#cybersecurity https://opsmtrs.com/2VDgR1X
#cybersecurity https://opsmtrs.com/2VDgR1X
Splunk
Splunk produces software for searching, monitoring, and analyzing machine-generated big data, via a Web-style interface
opsmtrs.com
May 28, 2025 at 4:48 AM
The latest update for #Splunk includes "What Is Extortionware? Going Beyond Ransomware" and "How To Use Splunk To Monitor Security of Local LLMs (Part I)".
#cybersecurity https://opsmtrs.com/2VDgR1X
#cybersecurity https://opsmtrs.com/2VDgR1X
Crypto might go up but in my view there's simply no problem it solves well except evading regulation:
Useful for extortionware
Useful for scams
I have no idea what value it will have, but every problem solved by crypto is better & more efficiently solved by traditional, centralized tools
Useful for extortionware
Useful for scams
I have no idea what value it will have, but every problem solved by crypto is better & more efficiently solved by traditional, centralized tools
December 25, 2024 at 10:30 AM
Crypto might go up but in my view there's simply no problem it solves well except evading regulation:
Useful for extortionware
Useful for scams
I have no idea what value it will have, but every problem solved by crypto is better & more efficiently solved by traditional, centralized tools
Useful for extortionware
Useful for scams
I have no idea what value it will have, but every problem solved by crypto is better & more efficiently solved by traditional, centralized tools