Ransomware Showdown: DragonForce, LockBit, and Qilin Join Forces to Wreak Havoc!

DragonForce, LockBit, and Qilin have joined forces to form a ransomware alliance. This unholy trinity aims to enhance attack effectiveness, potentially restoring LockBit’s reputation and leading to more frequent attacks. The alliance shares tools and infrastructure, marking a major shift in the cyber threat landscape.

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Hot Take:

In the ever-evolving world of cybercrime, it seems like the bad guys have decided that teamwork makes the dream work. DragonForce, LockBit, and Qilin have formed a new cybercrime supergroup, making the Avengers look like a knitting club. Watch out, world—these digital bad boys are here to ransomware their way to notoriety, one unsuspecting server at a time!

Key Points:

  • DragonForce, LockBit, and Qilin have formed an alliance to enhance ransomware attack capabilities.
  • This coalition aims to share tools and infrastructure for more effective attacks.
  • LockBit is seeking to restore its reputation post-takedown with the help of this alliance.
  • Qilin hit a record number of victims in Q3 2025, thanks to organized operations and dark web recruiting.
  • New ransomware groups like Beast and The Gentlemen are emerging, targeting healthcare and other sectors.

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