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Ransomware Attack Vectors and the Threat Landscape
In this chapter, we will start by providing an introduction to what ransomware is, how attacks are carried out, an overview of some of the main attack vectors used by attackers, and how ransomware groups are operated. Then, we will go into a bit more depth on some of the most well-known ransomware groups such as Conti, LockBit, and Sodinoikibi, and how they have historically performed attacks.
Ransomware has many complex forms. In the last 5 years, we have seen ransomware grow even more complex. This calls for a new level of responder to address these threat actors. Therefore, in this chapter, we will get a better understanding of the different attack tactics and how attacks are carried out. ...
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