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DeadLock ransomware uses blockchain to resist infrastructure takedown
The DeadLock ransomware operation is using a decentralized infrastructure that relies on blockchain-backed services to protect its communication with victims and data-leak activity. [...]
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🔍Threat Overview
DeadLock ransomware uses a decentralized infrastructure with blockchain-backed services to resist takedown, employing double-extortion tactics and targeting organizations in various sectors across Europe.
⚙️Technical Details
💥Impact Assessment
Severity: High
Who Is at Risk
Organizations in Europe, particularly those in the IT, mining, transportation, manufacturing, hospitality, and consumer goods sectors
🛡️Recommended Actions
1Strengthen endpoint defenses through cloud-delivered antivirus protection
2Restrict unauthorized file changes using Controlled Folder Access
3Enable attack-surface reduction rules to block untrusted executables
📦Affected Products
Software:WindowsHardware:None specified
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