The Rise of RAT-Infused Crypto-Locking Malware: Beware the Sophos Impersonator
RAT Capabilities Found in SophosEncrypt Ransomware Impersonator Introduction The cybersecurity firm Sophos recently announced the discovery of a new file-encrypting ransomware called SophosEncrypt. This malware, which impersonates Sophos, has been found to possess remote access trojan (RAT) capabilities in addition to its ransomware functionalities. The discovery of this sophisticated cyber threat raises questions about the…