💰 Ransomware Activity
In 2026, ransomware groups like Qilin and Play are active, with Qilin leading in victim claims. February saw 680 victims from 54 groups, excluding a scam. Cl0p remains a major threat with significant extortion history.
- The State Of Ransomware 2026 - BlackFog — 79. Nova ransomware group has claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on KPMG Netherlands, listing the firm on its dark web leak site and threatening to publish up to 500 GB of allegedly stolen data ...
- February 2026 Ransomware Report: 680 Victims, 54 Groups — Ransomware leak sites are dark web pages where ransomware operators publish stolen data from victims who refuse to pay. Most modern ransomware groups use double extortion. They steal your data before ...
- Ransomware Attack Update - March 2nd, 2026 - Dark Web Informer — Donate 24 claims 9 groups 8 countries Ransomware Recap March 2, 2026 12:01 AM – 11:59 PM UTC 24 Claims 9 Groups 8 Countries Play Most Active Group Activity Play 9 Qilin 4 INC Ransom 3 ...
- Dark Web Guide 2026: Key Threat Groups to Watch - CybelAngel — #### What’s next for coordinated dark web players in 2026? Alliances between groups will likely change shape as they look for new resources or safer ground. These partnerships can keep weak groups ac...
🚨 Critical Vulnerabilities
In 2026, a critical vulnerability (CVE-2026-2441) in Google Chrome was exploited, allowing remote code execution. APT28 exploited multiple zero-day vulnerabilities, including in Microsoft Office and SolarWinds products. Critical vulnerabilities in WordPress plugins and Cisco email gateways were also exploited.
- January 2026 CVE Landscape: 23 Critical Vulnerabilities Mark 5 ... — ### Modular DS WordPress Plugin Exploitation (CVE-2026-23550 & CVE-2026-23800) The authentication bypass chain: CVE-2026-23550 enables administrator-level access without authentication: Plugin trea...
- CVE-2026-2441: Google Patches Chrome Zero-Day Exploited in the ... — ## CVE-2026-2441 Analysis The high-severity flaw, tracked as CVE-2026-2441, is a use-after-free vulnerability in Chrome’s CSS component. NIST’s NVD description notes that the issue could allow a remo...
- Weekly Report: New Hacking Techniques and Critical CVEs 3 Feb — #### 2. Ransomware That Runs Inside WSL on Windows Threat Family: Qilin / Agenda ransomware ecosystem Technique Date: Early‑February 2026‑observed WSL‑loadout usage Qilin‑affiliated operators bega...
- Google Addresses Actively Exploited Chrome Vulnerability CVE ... — #### Zero-Day Use-After-Free Vulnerability (CVE-2026-2441) A high-severity use-after-free vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2026-2441, has been identified in Google Chrome’s CSS component. The issue stem...
🛡️ Incident Response & DFIR News
Recent DFIR news highlights phishing as a primary attack vector, with significant breaches in retail, finance, and healthcare sectors. Notable incidents include the takedown of Tycoon 2FA phishing platform and a new nation-state exploit kit.
- NEWS ROUNDUP - 4th March 2026 - Digital Forensics Magazine — DFM News Roundup ## Snapshot Summary | Sector / Section | Headline Highlights | Count | | DFIR & Incident Response | NCSC posture guidance; Cloudflare threat telemetry | 2 | | Cyber Investigations...
- The DFIR Report | Actionable Cyber Threat Intelligence — Dfir-Home-Hero-Background # Where Incidents Become Intelligence The DFIR Report delivers detailed, actionable intelligence drawn directly from observed intrusions—empowering organizations to harden ...
- The State of Incident Response 2026: Insights from 630 Cyber ... — Real estate and construction (12.1%) emerged as an unexpected hotspot, presumably driven by rapid digitalisation, remote project management, and fragmented subcontractor ecosystems that expand attack ...
- SecurityWeek: Cybersecurity News, Insights and Analysis — Cisco has rolled out patches for 48 vulnerabilities in Firewall ASA, Secure FMC, and Secure FTD products. ## Nation-State iOS Exploit Kit ‘Coruna’ Found Powering Global Attacks Google and iVerify an...
📰 Latest Ransomware Attacks
In 2026, ransomware attacks continue to escalate, with significant incidents affecting organizations globally, including Advantest Corporation and Conpet S.A. The global cost of ransomware damage is projected to rise to $74 billion. AI-powered attacks and RaaS platforms are making ransomware more accessible and sophisticated.
- February 2026: Recent Cyber Attacks, Data Breaches, Ransomware ... — | February 20, 2026 | Organizations using BeyondTrust remote access and support products | CISA: BeyondTrust RCE flaw now exploited in ransomware attacks | Unknown | Attackers actively exploited a cri...
- The State Of Ransomware 2026 - BlackFog — 10. German insurer HanseMerkur, headquartered in Hamburg, has been listed on DragonForce’s dark web leak site following claims of a ransomware attack in early 2026, with threat actors alleging they ex...
- Ransomware Remains A Top 10 AI Threat In 2026 — Logo Logo Logo Logo Logo Logo Logo ## 11 Feb Ransomware Remains A Top 10 AI Threat In 2026 ###### This week in cybersecurity from the editors at Cybercrime Magazine Sausalito, Calif. – Feb. 11, 202...
- 2026 Global Cyber Risk Outlook Reveals New ... — Ransomware remains one of the biggest concerns for cyber security teams today as it continues to pose a major threat to organisations worldwide. Over the last five to ten years, ransomware attacks hav...
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