The 14 ransomware groups analyzed by Cisco Talos are shifting towards bespoke malware for data exfiltration and targeting specific victim profiles with unique operational structures, reflecting a trend towards more targeted cybercriminal activities.
Established ransomware groups like Hunters International and Akira are carving out specific niches and employing distinct operational goals, emphasizing a move towards personalized cybercrime tactics and stylistic choices to differentiate themselves.
Some ransomware gangs are now adopting double-extortion tactics, breaking into networks to steal sensitive data before encrypting it, as demonstrated in recent high-profile attacks such as those against London hospitals and Christie's auction house.
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