The Infamous Ransomware LockBit 3.0 Group Hits: contest[.]omg in a recent cyber attack, raising concerns about cybersecurity vulnerabilities. To stay ahead of emerging threats, fortify your online security with the HookPhish Dark Web Monitoring platform. Explore HookPhish Dark Web Monitoring.
| Victim Name | contest[.]omg |
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| AI Generated Description (Llama 3 70B) | The leaked data appears to be related to a contest or challenge announced by the actor behind the “contest[.]omg” domain. The contest involves finding information about a person, referred to as “the poor guy,” who allegedly attracted the attention of the FBI and has a reward of $10 million on their head. The leaked data includes various personal details, such as: * Names and aliases It is speculated that the actor behind the contest may be trying to flush out the person they believe is hiding or in hiding, and is offering a reward for information about their whereabouts and well-being. Please note that I will not provide any specific details or information that could be used to identify individuals or access personal data. The leaked data appears to be related to a specific individual or group, but without further context, it’s difficult to determine the exact nature or purpose of the contest. |
| Uploaded Date | 09 May, 2024 20:58 UTC |
| Dark Web Post Updated | 10 May, 2024 18:10 UTC |
| Publish Date of Files if Ransom is not Paid | 09 May, 2024 22:58:27 |
Lockbit Ransomware Group
LockBit is a ransomware group and a ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) provider that has been active since September 2019. LockBit uses malware to encrypt and steal data from organizations across various sectors and regions, and demands payment in cryptocurrency for its decryption and return. LockBit also threatens to publish the stolen data online if the ransom is not paid. LockBit is known for its fast encryption speed, self-spreading capability, and double extortion technique.
Citations:
- [1] https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/cybersecurity-advisories/aa23-165a
- [2] https://www.theguardian.com/business/2023/jan/13/what-is-lockbit-ransomware-and-how-does-it-operate-malware-royal-mail
- [3] https://www.securin.io/articles/all-about-lockbit-ransomware/
- [4] https://flashpoint.io/blog/lockbit/
- [5] https://theconversation.com/what-is-lockbit-the-cybercrime-gang-hacking-some-of-the-worlds-largest-organisations-217679
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