The Fog gang, believed to be behind a recent ransomware campaign, has infused humor and mockery into their ransom notes by replicating a past demand from Elon Musk. The note demands victims provide five bullet points of work accomplishments, referencing Musk's infamous approach during his brief tenure in government roles. This trolling act, alongside potential ties to cybercrime, raises privacy concerns among workers fearing repercussions for non-compliance. Insights suggest the Fog gang is leveraging this connection to taunt both victims and a sitting government associated with Muskâs controversial policies.
"Give me five bullet points on what you accomplished for work last week or you owe me a trillion dollars," reads the new ransom note from the Fog gang, echoing demands from Elon Musk's controversial memo to federal workers.
Trend's researchers believe Fog's reference to Musk's demand indicates the criminals' intent to mock victims and their government while highlighting the absurdity of ransom demands.
The ransom note lists DOGE staffers and suggests ties to Edward Coristine, whose previous involvement with tech support to cybercrime gangs raises questions about his current affiliation.
Insider privacy concerns loom large as federal workers express fear over job security tied to Musk's original demand for accomplishments, which later developed into optional feedback due to backlash.
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