The FBI has issued a significant warning about the China-based ransomware group called Ghost, highlighting their attacks on critical infrastructure, educational institutions, and businesses in over 70 countries since 2021. The advisory, released with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency, outlines that Ghost is a major player in the field of ransomware, targeting high-profile entities like healthcare and government networks. The group utilizes readily available code to exploit software vulnerabilities, urging organizations to strengthen their cybersecurity protocols, specifically by implementing regular security updates and multifactor authentication to mitigate risks.
Ransomware attacks are on the rise, with the FBI linking a growing number of cyberattacks to the Chinese group Ghost, which has spread to over 70 countries.
The tactics used by Ghost include exploiting unpatched vulnerabilities in software, highlighting the necessity for organizations to prioritize regular software updates and security measures.
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