The Infamous Ransomware LockBit 3.0 Group Hits: etisalat.ae in a recent cyber attack, raising concerns about cybersecurity vulnerabilities. To stay ahead of emerging threats, fortify your online security with the HookPhish Dark Web Monitoring platform. Explore HookPhish Dark Web Monitoring.
| Victim Name | etisalat.ae |
| Victim Logo (if available) | |
| Description | Emirates Telecommunications Group Company PJSC, doing business as etisalat by e&, is an UAE state-owned telecommunications company. It is the 18th largest mobile network operator in the world by number of subscribers. |
| Uploaded Date | 16 FEB, 2024 13:57 UTC |
| Dark Web Post Updated | 16 FEB, 2024 13:58 UTC |
| Publish Date of Files if Ransom is not Paid | 16 Apr, 2024 14:57:54 UTC |
Lockbit Ransomware Group
LockBit is a ransomware group and a ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) provider that has been active since September 2019. LockBit uses malware to encrypt and steal data from organizations across various sectors and regions, and demands payment in cryptocurrency for its decryption and return. LockBit also threatens to publish the stolen data online if the ransom is not paid. LockBit is known for its fast encryption speed, self-spreading capability, and double extortion technique.
Citations:
- [1] https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/cybersecurity-advisories/aa23-165a
- [2] https://www.theguardian.com/business/2023/jan/13/what-is-lockbit-ransomware-and-how-does-it-operate-malware-royal-mail
- [3] https://www.securin.io/articles/all-about-lockbit-ransomware/
- [4] https://flashpoint.io/blog/lockbit/
- [5] https://theconversation.com/what-is-lockbit-the-cybercrime-gang-hacking-some-of-the-worlds-largest-organisations-217679
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