International investigation results in Paris arrest
A ransomware hacker identified as a member of the Ragnar Locker hacker group has been arrested in Paris as part of an international investigation.
It is alleged the man was instrumental in targeting the critical infrastructure of various countries through his hacking activity.
Google Play Protect steps up Android protection measures
Google Play Protect has stepped up its security measures in response to the increase in Android device-related malware attacks.
Its developers have announced an update to its Play Protect program, which allows for real-time scanning at the code level to identify and tackle malicious apps before downloading and installing them on devices.
BlackCat turns to ‘Munchkin’ to advance hacker operations
The BlackCat ransomware group has employed the use of a new tool, called Munchkin, making the Ransomware-as-a-Service (Raas) operation more attractive to potential affiliates. This is because Munchkin allows for the use of remote systems to deploy encryptors on network devices.
After violating a device’s security, the threat actors are able to install something called a VirtualBox, which enhances their ability to propagate a malicious payload across victim networks.
