cl0p ransomware

Cl0p ransomware is a type of malicious software (malware) that exploits and damages computer systems, often gaining access through suspicious downloads, emails, or websites. This malware can steal personal information, disrupt operations, or hold data hostage for ransom. Cl0p ransomware primarily targets Linux systems and leaves behind ransom notes labeled as "ClopReadMe.txt", "README_README.txt", and "!!!_READ_!!!.RTF". The malware has been observed to use Truebot malware to gain access to networks, according to reports from BleepingComputer. The identity of the threat actors responsible for the Cl0p ransomware attacks remains unknown, although it's noted that they have shown a particular interest in exploiting zero-day vulnerabilities in managed file transfer solutions such as Accellion FTA, SolarWinds Serv-U, GoAnywhere MFT, and Progress MOVEit Transfer. The Cl0p ransomware group claims to have exploited a zero-day vulnerability (CVE-2023-34362) in MOVEit to access files of hundreds of organizations using this Managed File Transfer product. FortiGuard Labs confirms awareness of this critical zero-day SQL injection vulnerability in MOVEit, which has allegedly been exploited by the Cl0p ransomware threat actor for data exfiltration and other malicious activities. In response to these activities, the U.S. State Department has offered a reward of up to $10 million earlier this month for information linking the Cl0p ransomware gang to a foreign government. This move underscores the severity and global implications of the threats posed by the Cl0p ransomware and its operators. Despite ongoing efforts, the identities of the individuals or groups behind these attacks remain elusive.