Kraken Cryptor Update Points to Rise of Ransomware-as-a-Service. Joint investigation by McAfee and Recorded Future finds new version of the malware is on the rise. The group behind the Fallout Exploit Kit is distributing a new version. The developers behind the malware have turned to so-called affiliated groups to help spread the malware. This ensures that when victims pay, the developer, as well as the associated groups, each get a cut of the ransom while reducing some exposure to law enforcement.”]