BianLian Ransomware Strikes Again: How to Outsmart the Cyber Villains!
CISA, FBI, and ASD’s ACSC have updated their advisory on the BianLian Ransomware Group. Originating from Russia, BianLian targets critical infrastructure and uses sneaky tactics to extort data. Organizations are urged to follow the advised mitigations to dodge these digital bandits. #StopRansomware is in full swing!
Hot Take:
Looks like the BianLian Ransomware Group is back in the limelight, giving a whole new meaning to the phrase “Russian roulette” – but instead of a revolver, they’re armed with keyboards and extortion tactics. Who knew hackers could be such drama queens, updating their scripts as often as Hollywood updates its sequels?!
Key Points:
- CISA, FBI, and ASD’s ACSC have released updated advisories on the BianLian Ransomware Group.
- These updates include new tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) observed by the organizations.
- BianLian, likely based in Russia, has targeted U.S. and Australian critical infrastructure since June 2022.
- The advisory encourages organizations to implement mitigations to reduce ransomware impact.
- This effort is part of CISA’s #StopRansomware initiative.
Already a member? Log in here