Operation Cronos is a ransomware threat campaign tied to the LockBit ecosystem, highlighted by expanding targeting as ransomware activity escalates under LockBit 5.0.
Operation Cronos is a ransomware threat campaign tied to the LockBit ecosystem, highlighted by expanding targeting as ransomware activity escalates under LockBit 5.0. It appears to be a mature, affiliate-driven operation leveraging LockBit tooling to broaden its victim pool, underscoring its significance due to widespread impact across sectors.
LockBit ransomware has introduced four new variants of its 5.0 payload, targeting Windows and Linux systems, as well as VMware ESXi hypervisors. The variants include LB_Black_14_01_2026 for Windows, and…
Operation Cronos, an international law enforcement initiative, effectively dismantled the LockBit ransomware group, which operated from 2020 to 2024 and was responsible for over 2,500 attacks worldwide, extorting more…
During a recent parliamentary hearing, Lord Sedwill emphasized the need for the UK to adopt a dynamic approach to cybersecurity that includes ongoing cyber operations to maintain an advantage over adversaries. This…
In 2025, cybercrime is projected to cost the global economy $10.5 trillion, making it the world's third-largest economy. This marks a significant increase from the estimated $600 billion annual cost in 2018, reflecting…