cactus ransomware

1. #learntorise HACKER’S HEIST CACTUS RANSOMWARE ********* 0 1 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 1 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 0 1 1 0 1 1 0 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0101 11 111011 0 1 101 0 111 0001 00 111 010 00 101 0 101 0101 11 111011 0 1 101 0 111 0001 00 111 010 00 101 0 101 0101 11 111011 0 1 101 0 111 0001 00 111 010 00 101 0 101 PAY FOR UNLOCK @infosectrain

2. www.infosectrain.com #learntorise WHAT IS CACTUS RANSOMWARE Cactus Ransomware sets itself apart with its distinctive encryption methods, making it difficult to detect by security tools. It exploits VPN vulnerabilities to infiltrate networks instead of relying on phishing emails, and it possesses the uncommon ability to self-encrypt, enhancing its chances of remaining undetected on compromised systems. LOREM IPSUM Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed diam nonummy @infosectrain

3. www.infosectrain.com #learntorise CACTUS RANSOMWARE Attack Tactics Techniques & Procedures STEP 1 The attacker gets into the victim's network using a weakness in a VPN appliance. They do this by taking advantage of known vulnerabilities in VPN appliances that haven't been fixed or updated. VPN CONNECT @infosectrain

4. www.infosectrain.com #learntorise STEP 2 The attacker conducts an internal network scan using tools like SoftPerfect Network Scanner or PSnmap to create a map of the environment. STEP 3 ! The attacker installs the Cactus ransomware on the victim's system. This can be done through various methods, such as phishing emails, malicious attachments, or drive by downloads. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * @infosectrain

5. www.infosectrain.com #learntorise STEP 4 The attacker installs Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) tools on compromised systems, enabling remote access and file pushing capabilities. STEP 5 To facilitate lateral movement, the attacker deploys the CobaltStrike post-exploitation framework and Chisel proxying tool. @infosectrain

6. www.infosectrain.com #learntorise STEP 6 The attacker executes a script to disable widely used anti-virus tools to decrease the chances of their tools being detected and blocked. STEP 7 The attacker employs the Rclone tool to conduct data theft from the environment, automating the process for data exfiltration. @infosectrain

7. www.infosectrain.com #learntorise STEP 8 The attacker utilizes a PowerShell script to distribute ransomware across all systems within the environment. @infosectrain

8. www.infosectrain.com #learntorise TIPS TO PROTECT YOURSELF FROM CACTUS RANSOMWARE Keeping VPN appliances up to date with the latest security patches. 01 Using network monitoring tools to detect suspicious activity. Educating yourself about ransomware attacks. Implementing strong password policies and enforcing multi-factor authentication. 02 03 04 @infosectrain

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