Clop Ransomware Chaos: Cleo File Transfer Fiasco or Just a Flawed Fable?
Clop ransomware strikes again, now exploiting a Cleo file transfer flaw. The gang claims dozens of victims, but several companies dispute these breaches. Who’s telling the truth? It’s a cybersecurity whodunit with a side of ransomware drama.
Hot Take:
It seems the Clop gang is really ‘Cleo-patrolling’ the cybersecurity landscape, turning file transfers into a game of ‘Clop and Dagger.’ But hey, at least they’re organized enough to create a secret chat for all their victims. What’s next, a frequent flyer program for breached companies?
Key Points:
- The Clop ransomware group claims to have exploited a vulnerability in Cleo file transfer products, adding 59 companies to its hit list.
- The vulnerability, CVE-2024-50623, was flagged by CISA and affects multiple Cleo products.
- Security firm Huntress found the vulnerability still exploitable even after applying the patch.
- Clop threatens to release stolen data as some companies deny being compromised.
- Cleo has advised users to update to the latest patch to mitigate potential threats.
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