BT Group Blindsided: Black Basta’s Ransomware Rampage!

BT Group’s conferencing division had a brief intermission after a Black Basta ransomware attack. Though some servers were taken offline, live services stayed in the spotlight. Black Basta has targeted over 500 organizations, but BT Group is keeping calm and carrying on. Stay tuned for more episodes in the ransomware drama!

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Hot Take:

BT Group’s conferencing division just got an unwelcome guest — Black Basta ransomware! Who knew that teleconferencing could be this exciting? While the servers are down, maybe it’s time for BT Group to conference about how to avoid being the ransomware flavor of the month. For now, it looks like BT Group is just trying to avoid becoming the next blockbuster hit on the Black Basta leak site!

Key Points:

  • BT Group’s conferencing division is hit by Black Basta ransomware, leading to server shutdowns.
  • No live BT Conferencing services have been affected by the attack.
  • Black Basta claims to have stolen 500GB of sensitive data from BT Group.
  • The ransomware group has a history of targeting over 500 organizations, including critical infrastructure sectors.
  • The gang is linked to the notorious Conti Group and has accumulated over $107 million in ransoms.

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