Ghost Ransomware Haunts Organizations with Outdated Software: How to Exorcise Vulnerabilities
Beware the Ghost (Cring) ransomware! CISA, FBI, and MS-ISAC have released a joint advisory to help network defenders identify and combat this cyber menace. Don’t let outdated software haunt you—apply those patches and check out the #StopRansomware guidance for protection tips. Your digital safety might just depend on it!
Hot Take:
Ah, ransomware—the gift that keeps on taking. The Ghost (Cring) Ransomware is back in the news, proving that even digital ghosts have a penchant for haunting outdated systems. Maybe it’s time to finally break up with your ancient software and firmware? After all, who wants to be haunted by a ghost in the machine?
Key Points:
– CISA, FBI, and MS-ISAC released a Cybersecurity Advisory on Ghost (Cring) Ransomware.
– Ghost actors exploit outdated software and firmware, targeting unpatched CVEs.
– Notable CVEs include CVE-2018-13379, CVE-2010-2861, and several from 2021.
– Advisory provides Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) and Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs).
– CISA encourages reviewing the advisory and applying recommended mitigations.