Ransomware gangs may be exploiting an unknown vulnerability in SonicWall devices to launch attacks on dozens of organizations.  Multiple incident response companies released warnings over the weekend about threat actors using the Akira ransomware to target SonicWall firewall devices for initial access. Experts at Arctic Wolf first revealed the incidents on Friday. SonicWall has not...Read More

Emerging Threat in Cybersecurity In the ever-evolving world of cyber threats, a new vulnerability has surfaced, putting SonicWall VPNs squarely in the crosshairs of ransomware operators. According to a recent report from TechRadar, there’s been a noticeable uptick in malicious VPN logins targeting these devices, exploiting what appears to be a zero-day flaw. This development...Read More

In 2024, ransomware attacks targeting U.S. state and local governments surged 23 percent, with 117 documented attacks, signaling a troubling rise in this breed of cyber attack. In this time, the government sector was also identified as the third-most-targeted sector by ransomware in 2023. This is primarily due to the rich target that government agencies...Read More

Sophos Inc. Joint Collaboration Enables Real-Time Intelligence Sharing and Mutual Anti-Tamper Protections to Accelerate Ransomware Detection and Response LAS VEGAS, Aug. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, today announced a strategic threat intelligence sharing partnership with Halcyon, the leading anti-ransomware solution provider. This collaboration brings...Read More

Einhaus Group dwindled from 170 employees and €70 million in revenue to just eight workers The German phone company met its fate after months of battle The Bitcoin ransom was recovered but never returned German mobile phone insurance, repair and logistics company Einhaus Group has revealed the financial extent of a 2023 ransomware attack on...Read More

Security researchers have discovered a new ransomware variant that exploits previously known SharePoint vulnerabilities. The 4L4MD4R ransomware, based on open-source code, spreads via a failed PowerShell attack and demands a ransom of 0.005 BTC. This is according to research by Palo Alto Networks. A failed exploitation attempt on July 27, 2025, led to the discovery...Read More

Cyber extortion powered by AI: New ransomware uses chatbots to autonomously negotiate with victims (Image source: Mohamed Hassan on Pixabay) The Global Group, an emerging ransomware platform, employs AI chatbots to automate extortion negotiations with targeted companies, marking a new era in AI-driven cybercrime. The spotlight is now on the rise of AI chatbot ransomware....Read More

Cybercriminals aren’t moved by your mission—they see opportunity. Nonprofits often store sensitive donor data, financial information, and client records, despite having tight budgets and sometimes outdated technology. That combination makes them a top target for ransomware attacks—and the numbers are rising fast. The real cost (and impact) of ransomware isn’t just the ransom demand. It’s...Read More

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Aug. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — VCI Global Limited (NASDAQ: VCIG) (“VCI Global” or the “Company”), a cross-sector platform builder integrating deep technology with financial architecture to enable sovereign-ready digital ecosystems, today announced plans to officially unveil its CyberSecure Vault during the upcoming ASEAN AI Summit. This cloud-based cybersecurity solution is engineered...Read More

The founder of a German mobile phone repair and insurance biz has begun insolvency proceedings for some operations in his company after struggling financially following a costly ransomware attack in 2023. Wilhelm Einhaus, who heads up Hamm-based Einhaus Group, confirmed the news to regional outlet WA late last week. The managing director said the company’s...Read More