Lockbit Green

Malware updated 7 months ago (2024-05-04T17:17:16.288Z)

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LockBit, also known as Gold Mystic and Water Selkie, is a notorious ransomware group that has been active since its inception in September 2019. It has developed several variants of its malware over the years, including LockBit 1.0, LockBit 2.0, LockBit 3.0, and most recently, LockBit Green. The group became the most active ransomware entity in 2023, responsible for the majority of attacks of this nature. In some instances, victims were infected with as many as three different strains of LockBit (LockBit 2.0/Red, LockBit 3.0/Black, and LockBit Green). The latest variant, "LockBit Green," was released in January 2023. Initially, it was promoted as a significant new version by the LockBit team. However, security professionals quickly debunked this claim, finding that LockBit Green was essentially a rebranded version of a Conti encryptor. This appeared to be a strategic move by the group, which had been known for releasing a major new version each year. Despite the controversy surrounding its release, LockBit Green, along with other versions such as LockBit 2.0, LockBit 3.0, and LockBit Linux-ESXi Locker, remains available for affiliates' use on LockBit's panel. The ransomware group continues to pose a significant threat, with their malware capable of disrupting operations, stealing personal information, and holding data hostage for ransom.

Description last updated: 2024-04-25T11:16:17.072Z

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Conti is a possible alias for Lockbit Green. Conti is a type of malware, specifically ransomware, that infiltrates systems to exploit and damage them. Often spreading through suspicious downloads, emails, or websites, it can steal personal information, disrupt operations, or hold data hostage for ransom. Notably, Conti was linked to several ra	6
Conti Encryptor is a possible alias for Lockbit Green. Conti Encryptor is a type of malware, a malicious software designed to exploit and damage computer systems. It can infiltrate systems through various channels such as suspicious downloads, emails, or websites, often without the user's knowledge. Once it has gained access, Conti Encryptor can cause s	3
Lockbit Black is a possible alias for Lockbit Green. LockBit Black, also known as LockBit 3.0, is a malicious software that emerged in early 2022 following the release of its predecessor, LockBit 2.0 (or LockBit Red) in mid-2021. The malware has been developed to exploit and damage computer systems by encrypting files, often leading to ransom demands	3
Lockbit Red is a possible alias for Lockbit Green. LockBit, a notorious ransomware, underwent a significant upgrade to LockBit 2.0 (also known as LockBit Red) in mid-2021. This malware version, designed to exploit and damage computer systems, was often propagated through suspicious downloads, emails, or websites. Once infiltrated, it could steal per	2

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The Lockbit Malware is associated with Lockbit Green. LockBit is a malicious software, or malware, known for its damaging and exploitative functions. It infiltrates systems via dubious downloads, emails, or websites, often without the user's knowledge, and can steal personal information, disrupt operations, or hold data hostage for ransom. The LockBit	is related to	9

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Source Link	CreatedAt	Title
InfoSecurity-magazine	7 months ago	DragonForce Ransomware Group Uses LockBit’s Leaked Builder
CERT-EU	9 months ago	LOCKBIT 3.0 Ransomware - Complete Malware Analysis Report \| #ransomware \| #cybercrime \| National Cyber Security Consulting
CERT-EU	9 months ago	Authorities Claim LockBit Admin "LockBitSupp" Has Engaged with Law Enforcement \| #cybercrime \| #infosec \| National Cyber Security Consulting
CERT-EU	9 months ago	LockBit ransomware gang has over $110 million in unspent bitcoin
CERT-EU	9 months ago	Operation Cronos: Who Are the LockBit Admins
CERT-EU	9 months ago	LockBit Group Prepared New Crypto-Locker Before Takedown \| #ransomware \| #cybercrime \| National Cyber Security Consulting
BankInfoSecurity	9 months ago	LockBit Group Prepared New Crypto-Locker Before Takedown
CERT-EU	9 months ago	Have law enforcement agencies disrupted the LockBit group? \| #ransomware \| #cybercrime \| National Cyber Security Consulting
CERT-EU	9 months ago	LockBit Taken Down: What Comes Next? - ReliaQuest
Malwarebytes	9 months ago	Ransomware in 2023 recap: 5 key takeaways \| Malwarebytes
CERT-EU	a year ago	Why Criminals Keep Reusing Leaked Ransomware Builders
BankInfoSecurity	a year ago	Why Criminals Keep Reusing Leaked Ransomware Builders
CERT-EU	a year ago	Lockbit 3.0 Builder Leaked: Anyone Can Blend Ransomware
Securityaffairs	a year ago	Cybersecurity agencies published a LockBit ransomware advisory
CERT-EU	a year ago	LockBit Ransomware Extorts $91 Million from U.S. Companies
Securityaffairs	2 years ago	LockBit Green ransomware variant borrows code from Conti one
CERT-EU	2 years ago	New LockBit variant targets MacOS, another relies on Conti source code
Malwarebytes	2 years ago	Ransomware review: February 2023
CERT-EU	a year ago	Kaspersky crimeware report: LockBit and phishing
CERT-EU	a year ago	Dark Power Ransomware Abusing Vulnerable Dynamic-Link Libraries in Resolved API Flow