Ransomware Anthology

Conti ransomware has emerged as a highly adaptable and skilled malware threat, displaying the ability to operate independently or under guided instruction while showcasing exceptional encryption speed. As of June 2021, its distinctive capabilities have allowed Conti’s affiliates to extort millions of dollars from more than 400 organizations. The developers and operators behind Conti belong… Continue reading Conti Ransomware: In-Depth Analysis, Detection, Mitigation

Darky Lock ransomware belongs to the category of commodity-tier ransomware and is built upon the publicly accessible Babuk source code. The emergence of the Darky Lock family was initially detected in July 2022 when infecting systems with Darky Lock, the operators’ first objective is turning off several processes, including older Intuit QuickBooks and Symantec antivirus… Continue reading Darky Lock Ransomware: In-Depth Analysis, Detection, and Mitigation

The Grief ransomware, also known as PayOrGrief, surfaced in May 2021. This operation explicitly targets corporate networks and employs a multi-extortion approach, demanding payments not only for decryption tools but also to prevent the release of stolen data. Grief ransomware is considered an advancement of the DoppelPaymer and BitPaymer ransomware families, showcasing its evolution in… Continue reading Grief Ransomware: In-Depth Analysis, Detection, and Mitigation