Ransomware operations have been quieter this week as the White House engages in talks with the Russian government about cracking down on cybercriminals believed to be operating in Russia. This week’s other news includes finding a Linux version of the HelloKitty ransomware used to target VMware ESXi servers and its virtual machines. The US government announced a new initiative under the Rewards for Justice programs that will reward up to $10 million for information about state-sponsored hackers targeting critical infrastructure and US interests. The StopRansomware site includes information on protecting, mitigating, and recovering from ransomware attacks.
Source: https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/the-week-in-ransomware-july-16th-2021-revil-disappears/