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News 5 min read May 13, 2026

Cybersecurity Experts Convicted for BlackCat Ransomware Attacks

Two former cybersecurity professionals have been convicted for orchestrating ransomware attacks using the BlackCat malware, highlighting the risks of insider th

News 5 min read May 13, 2026

Ransomware Negotiator Convicted for Assisting BlackCat Attacks

Former ransomware negotiator Angelo Martino pleads guilty to conspiring with BlackCat ransomware group, highlighting insider threats in cybersecurity.

News 3 min read May 13, 2026

BlackNevas Ransomware Targets Hong Kong Lifestyle Brand in Recent Attack

BlackNevas ransomware targeted a Hong Kong lifestyle brand, leading to data exfiltration and operational disruptions, highlighting the need for robust cybersecu

News 5 min read May 13, 2026

Veeam Backup Systems Exploited in April 2026 Ransomware Campaign

In April 2026, a ransomware campaign exploited Veeam Backup & Replication vulnerabilities, leading to significant data loss and operational disruptions.

News 4 min read May 13, 2026

MuddyWater Exploits Microsoft Teams in Espionage-Focused Ransomware Attack

Iranian state-sponsored group MuddyWater exploited Microsoft Teams in a sophisticated cyber-espionage campaign, deploying Chaos ransomware as a false flag to ex

Industry Insights 10 min read May 11, 2026

RDP Alert: 415K Exposed Servers, 23% Surge in 2026

Over 415,000 RDP servers are exposed online, posing a significant security risk, with the US and China leading in instances.

News 3 min read May 2, 2026

The Gentlemen Ransomware: A Rapidly Scaling RaaS Threat

The Gentlemen ransomware, a rapidly expanding RaaS operation since June 2025, poses significant global threats with its cross-platform capabilities.

News 2 min read Apr 19, 2026

Warlock Ransomware Group Intensifies Global Attacks on Governments and Enterprises

The Warlock ransomware group has rapidly escalated its operations, posing a severe threat to governments and enterprises worldwide.

News 3 min read Apr 17, 2026

Rhysida Ransomware Group Targets British Library in Major Cyberattack

The British Library has been targeted by the Rhysida ransomware group, resulting in the encryption of critical data and raising concerns about cybersecurity in

News 2 min read Apr 16, 2026

Storm-2755 Targets Canadian Employees in Payroll Diversion Scheme

Microsoft identifies Storm-2755, a threat actor targeting Canadian payroll systems to divert employee salaries.

News 2 min read Apr 12, 2026

Iranian-Linked APTs Escalate Ransomware Attacks on Middle East Critical Infrastructure

Iranian-linked APT groups escalate ransomware attacks on Middle East critical infrastructure, targeting sectors like government, telecom, defense, and banking.

News 2 min read Apr 11, 2026

Storm-1175 Exploits Zero-Day Vulnerabilities in Rapid Ransomware Attacks

Microsoft identifies Storm-1175 exploiting zero-day vulnerabilities to deploy Medusa ransomware within 24 hours, targeting multiple sectors globally.

News 2 min read Apr 7, 2026

Storm-1175 Exploits Web Vulnerabilities in Medusa Ransomware Attacks

Storm-1175 exploits web vulnerabilities to deploy Medusa ransomware rapidly, emphasizing the need for robust cybersecurity measures.

News 2 min read Apr 1, 2026

Interlock Ransomware Exploits CVE-2026-20131 in Cisco Secure Firewall

Interlock ransomware exploits CVE-2026-20131 in Cisco Secure Firewall, leading to unauthorized access and data encryption. Organizations urged to apply patches

News 2 min read Mar 30, 2026

Pay2Key Ransomware Resurfaces, Targets U.S. Healthcare Sector

In February 2026, the Iranian-linked ransomware group Pay2Key targeted a U.S. healthcare organization, highlighting the ongoing cyber threats to critical infras

News 2 min read Mar 29, 2026

Handala Cyberattack Disrupts Stryker Corporation's Global Operations

On March 11, 2026, the Iranian-linked hacker group Handala launched a significant cyberattack against Stryker Corporation, disrupting global operations and affe

News 2 min read Mar 21, 2026

Rhysida Ransomware Group Targets Maryland Department of Transportation

In September 2025, the Maryland Department of Transportation suffered a ransomware attack by the Rhysida group, exposing sensitive data and disrupting services.

News 2 min read Mar 12, 2026

Cl0p Ransomware Exploits Oracle EBS Zero-Day Vulnerabilities

Cl0p ransomware exploits Oracle EBS zero-day vulnerabilities, compromising sensitive data across numerous enterprises and highlighting the need for robust cyber

Guides 2 min read Mar 12, 2026

CloudSEK Releases 12-Step Ransomware Prevention Guide for Businesses

CloudSEK's new guide offers 12 expert tips to help businesses prevent ransomware attacks, including patch management, MFA, and network segmentation.