Recorded Future
Coverage of Recorded Future in the Nexus archive.
- 'Dumbass' criminal breaks the 'first rule of ransomware club'
A ransomware affiliate group Nova, part of RAlord, accidentally infected Eriell Group, a CIS-based oilfield services company, leading to an apology and free recovery assistance. The incident highlights the unspoken rule against attacking Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) targets due to local governments' leniency toward cybercriminals.
- FBI warns US-based law firms to be on the lookout for cybercrime group that steals data in person
The FBI warns U.S. law firms about Silent Ransom Group, a cybercrime group impersonating IT support and using in-person visits to steal data. The group, linked to Russia and active since 2022, exploits social engineering and physical access to target legal organizations, causing significant reputational and privilege risks. Experts note its unique tactics and focus on law firms, which have become the fourth-most targeted industry for ransomware attacks in 2024.