Ryuk ransomware

Malware & Threats

Issued by: Security Week

Emotet, which emerged in 2014, became one of the most prevalent threats of the decade, evolving into a malware downloader that allowed cybercriminals to disseminate malware such as TrickBot, the Ryuk ransomware, and the QakBot banking Trojan, as well as various other threats. In January 2021, law enforcement agencies announced they were able to take…

Malware & Threats

Issued by: CSO

Major US newspapers crippled by Ryuk ransomware attack

Ryuk ransomware is believed to be the culprit behind printing and delivery issues for “all Tribune Publishing newspapers” — as well as newspapers that used to be part of Tribune Publishing. The malware was discovered and later quarantined on Friday, but the security patches failed to hold when the servers were brought back online and…