Scworld Makop Ransomware Enhancements Target Indian Organizations
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The Makop ransomware, a variant of the Phobos family, has been updated to include GuLoader malware for enhanced payload delivery. Recent attacks have primarily targeted Indian businesses, utilizing Remote Desktop Protocol for initial access and employing various off-the-shelf tools to evade detection.
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