advanced malware

A new variant of the Qilin (Agenda) ransomware, known as Qilin.B, has been discovered with enhanced encryption methods, improved evasion techniques, and capabilities to disrupt data recovery. This strain targets both Windows and network systems, making it a serious threat to enterprises across various sectors.

A dangerous new variant of the RomCom malware, dubbed 'SnipBot', has been spotted in sophisticated data theft attacks. Researchers from Palo Alto Networks' Unit 42 discovered this enhanced version, marking it as RomCom 5.0, and highlighting its ability to steal sensitive data from compromised systems while pivoting on networks to extend the attack.