Cybersecurity articles tagged #Ransomware on RuntimeRebel.https://runtimerebel.comhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/silver-fox-malware-campaign-impersonates-software-vendorshttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/silver-fox-malware-campaign-impersonates-software-vendorsAn active Silver Fox malware campaign uses fake software download sites to disable Windows Update and weaken Microsoft Defender defenses.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 19:06:22 GMTSilver FoxValleyRATGh0st RATRansomwarePhishinghttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/ai-assisted-cyber-attacks-accelerate-enterprise-breacheshttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/ai-assisted-cyber-attacks-accelerate-enterprise-breachesUnit 42 reveals how AI agents dramatically accelerate enterprise network breaches, compressing weeks of attack activity into hours for ransomware operations.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:27:38 GMTRansomwareMITRE ATT CKUnit 42Enterprise SecurityCloud Securityhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/cve-2026-84115-cleo-harmony-auth-bypass-exploit-publishedhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/cve-2026-84115-cleo-harmony-auth-bypass-exploit-publishedAn exploit is published for CVE-2026-84115, an authentication bypass in Cleo Harmony allowing remote privilege escalation. Immediate patching to v5.8.1.11 is urged.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:26:27 GMTAuthentication BypassPrivilege EscalationRansomwareCVE-2026-84115Cleo Harmonyhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/threat-actors-prefer-repeatable-playbooks-over-novel-exploitshttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/threat-actors-prefer-repeatable-playbooks-over-novel-exploitsAnalysis of modern cyberattacks reveals threat actors increasingly favour scalable, repeatable playbooks over novel exploit development.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:54:04 GMTRansomwareZero-DayPhishingCredential TheftMalwarehttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/mexicos-cybersecurity-plan-2025-2030-addressing-rising-threatshttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/mexicos-cybersecurity-plan-2025-2030-addressing-rising-threatsMexico's National Cybersecurity Plan 2025-2030 aims to strengthen defenses against ransomware, state-sponsored espionage, and cybercrime.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:30:54 GMTMexicoRansomwareState Sponsored EspionageCybercrimeLockBithttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/state-of-ai-enabled-malware-real-world-impact-and-defenseshttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/state-of-ai-enabled-malware-real-world-impact-and-defensesUnit 42 reports AI-enabled malware is primarily proof-of-concept, with minimal operational activity. Existing defenses effectively detect current threats.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:29:19 GMTLLMRansomwareMalware AnalysisSocial EngineeringAI Enabled Malwarehttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/cve-2026-21962-oracle-weblogic-rce-under-active-attackhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/cve-2026-21962-oracle-weblogic-rce-under-active-attackCISA urges immediate patching for CVE-2026-21962, a critical Oracle WebLogic Server Proxy plugin vulnerability actively exploited in the wild.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 08:32:45 GMTCVE-2026-21962OracleWebLogicZero-DayRansomwarehttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/synkloader-multitool-malware-employs-screen-hijackinghttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/synkloader-multitool-malware-employs-screen-hijackingSynkLoader multitool malware leverages screen hijacking techniques and novel features for password theft, signaling potential ransomware threats.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:27:26 GMTMalwareRansomwareCredential TheftSynkLoaderhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/ai-powered-plc-attacks-target-critical-infrastructurehttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/ai-powered-plc-attacks-target-critical-infrastructureU.S. agencies warn that threat actors are using AI to target internet-exposed Siemens S7 Series PLCs in critical infrastructure sectors.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:24:49 GMTSiemensZero-DayRansomwareSupply Chain AttackVulnerabilitieshttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/synkloader-malware-steals-credentials-in-microsoft-teams-phishinghttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/synkloader-malware-steals-credentials-in-microsoft-teams-phishingNew SynkLoader malware distributed via Microsoft Teams phishing campaigns uses a fake lock screen to steal Windows credentials, enabling corporate network access.Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:40:08 GMTMalwarePhishingMicrosoft TeamsCredential TheftRansomwarehttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/cisa-warns-of-active-ray-exploit-and-medusa-ransomware-campaignhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/cisa-warns-of-active-ray-exploit-and-medusa-ransomware-campaignSecurityWeek weekly briefing highlights active exploitation of Ray flaw by RondoDox botnet, Medusa ransomware, and Salt Typhoon breaches.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:23:31 GMTRay ProjectCVE-2025-62593MedusaSalt TyphoonRansomwarehttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/mitigating-large-scale-credential-attacks-and-password-sprayinghttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/mitigating-large-scale-credential-attacks-and-password-sprayingAnalysis of large-scale password spraying and credential theft campaigns targeting enterprise identity perimeters, edge devices, and cloud tenants.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:42:17 GMTCredential TheftRansomwarePhishingZero-Dayhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/ai-overwhelms-patching-rapid7-warns-of-exposure-crisishttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/ai-overwhelms-patching-rapid7-warns-of-exposure-crisisRapid7 analysis reveals an AI-driven surge in vulnerabilities is overwhelming traditional patching, requiring a shift to exposure management.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:41:09 GMTAIVulnerability ManagementPatchingRansomwareNation Statehttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/ransom-busters-ransomware-affiliate-poses-as-recovery-firmhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/ransom-busters-ransomware-affiliate-poses-as-recovery-firmA ransomware affiliate masquerades as an incident recovery service to intercept victims, divert negotiations, and manipulate ransom payments.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:22:56 GMTRansomwareThreat IntelligenceIncident ResponseSocial Engineeringhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/microsoft-removes-wmic-tool-in-windows-11-to-curb-living-off-the-land-tacticshttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/microsoft-removes-wmic-tool-in-windows-11-to-curb-living-off-the-land-tacticsMicrosoft removes the legacy WMIC tool from Windows 11 builds to disrupt living-off-the-land techniques used by ransomware and malware.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 08:25:06 GMTMicrosoftWindows 11RansomwareMalwareLiving-off-the-Landhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/clop-ransomware-exploits-cve-2026-12569-in-ptc-productshttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/clop-ransomware-exploits-cve-2026-12569-in-ptc-productsShell investigates potential data theft by Clop gang after exploitation of critical CVE-2026-12569 in PTC Windchill and FlexPLM instances.Sun, 16 Aug 2026 08:18:07 GMTRansomwareData TheftPTC WindchillClopCVE-2026-12569https://runtimerebel.com/blog/data-analyst-sentenced-to-prison-for-extorting-brightly-softwarehttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/data-analyst-sentenced-to-prison-for-extorting-brightly-softwareA former data analyst contractor was sentenced to two years in prison for orchestrating a $2.5 million cryptocurrency extortion scheme against Brightly.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:59:48 GMTData BreachCredential TheftRansomwareInsider Threathttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/picus-blue-report-2026-enterprise-edge-defenses-vs-post-compromisehttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/picus-blue-report-2026-enterprise-edge-defenses-vs-post-compromiseAnalysis of the Picus Labs Blue Report 2026 reveals strong enterprise perimeter defenses, but severe blind spots for internal reconnaissance and credential theft.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 01:06:18 GMTCredential TheftMalwareRansomwareZero-DayThreat Intelhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/ransomware-attack-hits-colombian-justice-ministryhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/ransomware-attack-hits-colombian-justice-ministryA ransomware attack targets the Colombian Justice Ministry days before a presidential transition, highlighting regional risks.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:49:50 GMTRansomwareCritical InfrastructureGovernmentColombiahttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/gunra-ransomware-exploits-fortinet-flaws-and-bypasses-mfahttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/gunra-ransomware-exploits-fortinet-flaws-and-bypasses-mfaGunra ransomware targets critical infrastructure using leaked Conti code, old Fortinet vulnerabilities, and MFA bypass techniques.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:05:47 GMTRansomwareFortinetCredential TheftCritical Infrastructurehttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/deadlock-ransomware-uses-blockchain-for-c2-resiliencehttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/deadlock-ransomware-uses-blockchain-for-c2-resilienceDeadlock ransomware uses Polygon blockchain smart contracts and Session to resist infrastructure takedown and evade law enforcement.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 01:06:22 GMTRansomwareBlockchainPolygonMalwareDouble Extortionhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/geopolitical-ai-supply-chain-threats-and-cyber-espionagehttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/geopolitical-ai-supply-chain-threats-and-cyber-espionageExamine how state-sponsored threat groups and criminal syndicates target the global AI supply chain, from rare earth minerals to silicon chips.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:53:21 GMTThreat IntelRansomwareZero-DaySupply Chain AttackRedJulietthttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/hackers-breach-polish-chp-plant-via-private-apn-and-teltonika-routerhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/hackers-breach-polish-chp-plant-via-private-apn-and-teltonika-routerAttackers breached a Polish combined heat and power plant via a private APN, shutting down a steam turbine and water treatment system.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 08:44:42 GMTCritical InfrastructureRansomwareFortinetTeltonikaSiemenshttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/sonicwall-sma1000-exploited-ransomware-targets-cve-2026-15409-15410https://runtimerebel.com/blog/sonicwall-sma1000-exploited-ransomware-targets-cve-2026-15409-15410CISA confirms ransomware exploitation of SonicWall SMA1000 flaws CVE-2026-15409 and CVE-2026-15410, urging immediate patching.Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:44:58 GMTRansomwareZero-DayCVE-2026-15409CVE-2026-15410CVE-2025-40602https://runtimerebel.com/blog/ai-driven-vulnerability-surges-and-uat-11795-starland-rat-campaignhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/ai-driven-vulnerability-surges-and-uat-11795-starland-rat-campaignAnalysis of a record Patch Tuesday driven by AI vulnerability research, alongside Cisco Talos findings on UAT-11795 deploying Starland RAT.Sat, 08 Aug 2026 08:31:29 GMTThreat IntelZero-DayRansomwareRemcosPythonhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/cisco-talos-previews-ai-threats-and-warlock-ransomware-at-black-hathttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/cisco-talos-previews-ai-threats-and-warlock-ransomware-at-black-hatCisco Talos outlines research on AI threat actor tactics, Warlock ransomware, and agent identity security ahead of Black Hat USA 2026.Sat, 08 Aug 2026 08:30:27 GMTRansomwareZero-DayThreat Intelhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/russia-s-defense-economy-and-ongoing-cyber-and-physical-threatshttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/russia-s-defense-economy-and-ongoing-cyber-and-physical-threatsAnalysis of Russia's defense-based economy, rising military spending, elite patronage networks, and the resulting high-risk threat environment.Sat, 08 Aug 2026 01:03:43 GMTThreat IntelRansomwareSupply Chain Attackhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/q2-2026-ir-trends-phishing-mfa-bypass-rmm-tool-abusehttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/q2-2026-ir-trends-phishing-mfa-bypass-rmm-tool-abuseTalos Q2 2026 incident response data shows rising phishing and MFA bypass, with new actors like UAT-11764 and Sinobi ransomware leveraging RMM tools.Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:57:13 GMTPhishingMFA BypassRansomwareMicrosoft 365UAT 11764https://runtimerebel.com/blog/emerging-cyber-threats-and-espionage-risks-in-neurotechnologyhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/emerging-cyber-threats-and-espionage-risks-in-neurotechnologyExamine growing security threats to neurotechnology and brain-computer interfaces, focusing on IP theft, biometric data collection, and state-sponsored espionage.Fri, 07 Aug 2026 02:14:32 GMTZero-DayRansomwareSupply Chain AttackCredential Thefthttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/unc6671-rebrands-multi-brand-vishing-and-cloud-extortionhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/unc6671-rebrands-multi-brand-vishing-and-cloud-extortionGoogle Threat Intelligence Group tracks UNC6671 shifting through Redact, Pink, Helix, and Falcon extortion brands while targeting cloud environments.Fri, 07 Aug 2026 02:12:08 GMTUNC6671PhishingCredential TheftRansomwareCloud Securityhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/canadian-threat-actor-pleads-guilty-in-snowflake-extortionshttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/canadian-threat-actor-pleads-guilty-in-snowflake-extortionsConnor Riley Moucka pleaded guilty to computer fraud and extortion involving 165 Snowflake client organizations and AT&T customer records.Fri, 07 Aug 2026 02:10:26 GMTCredential TheftRansomwareData BreachSnowflakehttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/automated-ssh-actors-achieve-persistence-in-22-secondshttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/automated-ssh-actors-achieve-persistence-in-22-secondsAnalysis of a Cowrie SSH honeypot reveals automated threat actors moving from credential compromise to system persistence in just 22 seconds.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 01:59:52 GMTRansomwareBrute ForceCredential TheftSSHhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/talos-q2-2026-report-phishing-and-living-off-the-land-trendshttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/talos-q2-2026-report-phishing-and-living-off-the-land-trendsCisco Talos Q2 2026 report reveals spikes in MFA-bypassing phishing and malicious use of remote management tools.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 01:57:17 GMTPhishingRansomwareCredential TheftMulti Factor AuthenticationThreat Intelhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/ransom-cartel-ransomware-creator-sentenced-to-16-years-in-prisonhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/ransom-cartel-ransomware-creator-sentenced-to-16-years-in-prisonMaksim Silnikau, creator of the Ransom Cartel ransomware operation, receives a 16-year prison sentence following international law enforcement cooperation.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 01:56:23 GMTRansom CartelRansomwareREvilCredential TheftExtortionhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/smoke-screen-rmm-takeover-campaign-targets-enterprise-networkshttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/smoke-screen-rmm-takeover-campaign-targets-enterprise-networksDiscover how the Smoke#Screen phishing campaign uses rotating payloads and ScreenConnect to achieve persistent remote network access.Wed, 05 Aug 2026 01:42:03 GMTPhishingRansomwareCredential TheftScreenconnecthttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/operation-cronos-fbi-s-strategy-to-disrupt-lockbit-ransomware-as-a-servicehttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/operation-cronos-fbi-s-strategy-to-disrupt-lockbit-ransomware-as-a-serviceAnalysis of Operation Cronos's success in disrupting LockBit, focusing on how law enforcement leveraged affiliate trust to dismantle the ransomware giant.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 21:13:16 GMTLockBitOperation CronosRansomwareFBIAffiliate TrustRaaShttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/coca-cola-subsidiary-fairlife-impacted-by-ransomware-data-thefthttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/coca-cola-subsidiary-fairlife-impacted-by-ransomware-data-theftThe Coca-Cola Company confirms a data breach at subsidiary Fairlife following a ransomware attack. Learn about the impact and mitigation strategies.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:43:54 GMTFairlifeCoca ColaRansomwareData ExfiltrationThird Party Riskhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/ptc-windchill-rce-via-cve-2022-25247-mitigation-guidehttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/ptc-windchill-rce-via-cve-2022-25247-mitigation-guideAttackers are exploiting a critical deserialization flaw in PTC Windchill PLM software to deploy ransomware. Learn how to detect and patch CVE-2022-25247.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:40:34 GMTCVE-2022-25247PTC WindchillRansomwareRCEPLM Softwarehttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/ransomware-as-a-defensive-metric-leveraging-ai-for-attack-path-remediationhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/ransomware-as-a-defensive-metric-leveraging-ai-for-attack-path-remediationLearn why ransomware reveals architectural defense gaps. This analysis explains how AI and proactive threat intelligence can fortify defenses and remediate critical…Fri, 24 Jul 2026 17:43:13 GMTRansomwareThreat IntelligenceAIAttack PathsCybersecurity StrategyDefensive Architecturehttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/multi-threat-brief-ai-malware-zimbra-exploits-linux-kernel-flawshttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/multi-threat-brief-ai-malware-zimbra-exploits-linux-kernel-flawsAnalysis of recent threats including DolphinX AI malware, state-sponsored Zimbra exploits, Siemens industrial switch vulnerabilities, and 400 Linux kernel flaws.Fri, 24 Jul 2026 17:42:24 GMTDolphinXEmerald SleetWinter VivernUNC4841ZimbraLinux KernelSiemens ROX IIIndustrial Control SystemsAPTRansomwareLockBithttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/ptc-windchill-and-flexplm-targeted-in-clop-data-theft-campaignhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/ptc-windchill-and-flexplm-targeted-in-clop-data-theft-campaignClop ransomware targets PTC Windchill and FlexPLM systems. Learn about the CVE-2022-25247 exploit risks and how to secure exposed PLM instances from extortion.Fri, 24 Jul 2026 10:20:39 GMTClopPTC WindchillFlexPLMCVE-2022-25247Ransomwarehttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/ransomware-attack-freezes-japanese-food-supply-chain-operationshttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/ransomware-attack-freezes-japanese-food-supply-chain-operationsA ransomware attack on a Japanese food and logistics firm severely disrupted frozen food supply to thousands of clients, including KFC. Analyze the impact.Thu, 23 Jul 2026 02:52:03 GMTRansomwareSupply Chain AttackFood SectorJapanLogisticshttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/enterprise-genai-amplifies-ransomware-risk-containment-strategieshttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/enterprise-genai-amplifies-ransomware-risk-containment-strategiesEnterprise GenAI tools can accelerate ransomware attacks by inheriting excessive permissions.Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:22:10 GMTGenAIRansomwareAI SecurityLeast PrivilegeIdentity Managementhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/everest-ransomware-targets-stadler-rail-s-supply-chainhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/everest-ransomware-targets-stadler-rail-s-supply-chainStadler Rail faced a $12.3M ransom demand from Everest ransomware after a data breach affecting a supplier data exchange platform.Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:21:52 GMTEverest RansomwareStadler RailSupply Chain AttackData BreachRansomwarehttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/pan-os-globalprotect-authentication-bypass-exploited-by-qilinhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/pan-os-globalprotect-authentication-bypass-exploited-by-qilinThe Qilin ransomware gang is actively exploiting a critical Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS GlobalProtect authentication bypass vulnerability to breach corporate networks.Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:40:15 GMTPalo Alto NetworksPAN OSGlobalProtectRansomwareQilinAuthentication BypassVPNhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/encforge-ransomware-targets-ai-systems-via-langflow-rcehttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/encforge-ransomware-targets-ai-systems-via-langflow-rceNew ENCFORGE ransomware, attributed to JADEPUFFER, leverages a Langflow RCE vulnerability to encrypt AI model files, weights, and training data.Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:39:45 GMTENCFORGERansomwareJADEPUFFERLangflowRCEAISysdigGolanghttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/jadepuffer-ransomware-targets-ai-model-data-with-encforgehttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/jadepuffer-ransomware-targets-ai-model-data-with-encforgeJadePuffer, an autonomous AI agent, now employs EncForge ransomware to encrypt AI training datasets, vector databases, and model checkpoints, posing a significant threat…Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:13:32 GMTJADEPUFFERENCFORGERansomwareAI SecurityAI Modelshttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/inc-ransomware-exploits-sonicwall-sma-zero-days-for-root-accesshttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/inc-ransomware-exploits-sonicwall-sma-zero-days-for-root-accessInc Ransomware is actively exploiting chained zero-day vulnerabilities in SonicWall SMA appliances, achieving root-level capabilities.Fri, 17 Jul 2026 20:59:26 GMTINC RansomwareSonicWall SMAZero-DayRoot AccessRansomwarehttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/diverse-threat-landscape-military-tracking-macos-malware-defense-ransomwarehttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/diverse-threat-landscape-military-tracking-macos-malware-defense-ransomwareAnalysis of diverse threats including reported Iranian tracking of US military phones, CrashStealer macOS malware, ransomware on a naval firm, and a Lidl data breach.Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:14:58 GMTIranUS MilitaryCrashStealermacOS MalwareRansomwareNaval DefenseTKMSLidlData Breachhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/fairlife-ransomware-attack-halts-us-dairy-productionhttps://runtimerebel.com/blog/fairlife-ransomware-attack-halts-us-dairy-productionCoca-Cola's Fairlife dairy subsidiary suffered a ransomware attack, halting US production. Understand the operational impact and defense strategies.Fri, 17 Jul 2026 02:46:05 GMTRansomwareFairlifeCoca ColaFood BeverageOperational TechnologySupply Chain Attack