Ransomware Roulette: AI Chatbots Join the Dark Side in GLOBAL’s New RaaS Scheme
In a twist of cybercrime innovation, the GLOBAL GROUP ransomware-as-a-service venture is now using AI chatbots in its negotiation panel. These chatbots automate communication and apply psychological pressure on victims, making ransomware negotiations feel like a virtual hostage situation, but with a bot as the bad cop!
Hot Take:
Ah, the future is here! Ransomware operators are now equipping their dastardly deeds with AI chatbots. If only we could automate paying the bills, too. Looks like GLOBAL GROUP’s strategy is more about scary bots than fresh cyber tricks. But hey, at least now when you’re getting extorted, you can enjoy the efficiency of AI. Who knew evil could be so streamlined?
Key Points:
- The new ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) venture GLOBAL GROUP is more about rebranding than innovation, with roots in Mamona RIP and Black Lock ransomware.
- GLOBAL GROUP uses an AI chatbot in its negotiation panel to automate communication and apply psychological pressure on victims.
- The group employs a dual-portal model for data leaks and negotiations, reminiscent of LockBit’s double-extortion approach.
- GLOBAL uses a cross-platform Golang-based payload, optimizing encryption speed and efficiency across various systems.
- Detection and response strategies include monitoring for abnormal CPU/memory spikes, unusual geolocations, and unauthorized SSH access.
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