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The Evolution of Akira Ransomware: Linux Systems Targeted with New TTPs

Nguyen Michael1 year ago09 mins

The Sophisticated Evolution of Akira Ransomware: Analysis and Countermeasures The Rise of Akira Ransomware Akira ransomware has emerged as a highly sophisticated threat, evolving since its initial appearance in March. Initially targeting Windows systems, it has expanded its reach to include Linux servers, demonstrating a growing arsenal of tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs). A recent…

Firewall Vulnerability Exposed: Akira Ransomware Capitalizes on Cisco ASA Zero-Day

Morgan Sarah1 year ago09 mins

Malware & Threats: Cisco ASA Zero-Day Exploited in Akira Ransomware Attacks Introduction Cisco has issued a warning regarding a zero-day vulnerability in its Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) and Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) software. The vulnerability has been exploited in attacks utilizing the Akira ransomware since August. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2023-20269, exists in the remote…

Akira Ransomware Strikes Multiple Organizations: A Growing Cyber Threat

Emma Thompson1 year ago09 mins

Ransomware Attacks: The Menace of Akira Ransomware In recent months, a new ransomware group known as Akira has emerged on the cyber threat landscape, targeting numerous organizations, particularly small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs). According to a report by cybersecurity firm Arctic Wolf, the group claims to have compromised at least 63 organizations since March 2023….

The Rising Threat of Newbie Akira Ransomware in the Linux World

Patel Maya1 year ago07 mins

The Akira Ransomware Group Expands Target Base to Linux Systems Akira, a relatively new ransomware group, has been gaining momentum and increasing its sophistication by targeting Linux systems in addition to Windows systems, according to researchers. The group, named after a Japanese anime film, initially focused on attacking Windows systems but has now developed a…