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What is WastedLocker? Targeted ransomware extorts millions

WastedLocker is a new ransomware program that started hitting businesses and other organizations in May 2020. It is the creation of a group of highly skilled cybercriminals that have been operating for over a decade despite being criminally indicted in the US. The group is best known for operating the Dridex malware and botnet since 2011 but has also been responsible for creating and distributing ransomware programs over the years. The FBI is offering up to $5 million for information leading to Yakubets’ arrest.”]

Source: https://www.csoonline.com/article/3574907/wastedlocker-explained-how-this-targeted-ransomware-extorts-millions-from-victims.html

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