Trigona

Malware updated 2 months ago (2024-08-14T10:17:42.192Z)

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Trigona was a significant strain of ransomware that emerged in 2022, known for its harmful effects on computer systems. The malware infiltrated systems through suspicious downloads, emails, or websites, often without the user's knowledge. Once inside, it could steal personal information, disrupt operations, or hold data hostage for ransom. Trigona was used by various ransomware operations, including AvosLocker, MedusaLocker, BlackCat, and LockBit, making it a versatile tool in the cybercriminal arsenal. In 2023, Trigona made headlines when its servers were infiltrated and wiped out, marking an unusual departure for ransomware activity. The infiltration was carried out by a hacktivist group calling itself the Ukrainian Cyber Alliance, which exploited a critical vulnerability in Confluence using a zero-day exploit to gain access to Trigona's infrastructure. The group's actions resulted in all of Trigona's data being erased, effectively crippling the ransomware operation. The takedown of Trigona was notable not because of law enforcement action but due to the efforts of these pro-Ukrainian hacktivists. The group's successful attack on Trigona's servers led to the ransomware group's demise, highlighting the potential of hacktivist groups to counteract malicious cyber activities. This event underscored the importance of robust cybersecurity measures and the ongoing threat posed by ransomware to individual and organizational data security.

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Alphv is a possible alias for Trigona. AlphV, also known as BlackCat, is a notorious threat actor that has been active since November 2021. This group pioneered the public leaks business model and has been associated with various ransomware families, including Akira, LockBit, Play, and Basta. AlphV gained significant attention for its la	5
Crylock is a possible alias for Trigona. CryLock is a form of malware, specifically ransomware, known for its capability to infiltrate systems and hold data hostage for ransom. This malicious software can infect systems through suspicious downloads, emails, or websites, often without the knowledge of the user. Once inside, CryLock can disr	4
svchost.exe is a possible alias for Trigona. Svchost.exe is a malicious software, or malware, that has been associated with multiple cyber threats over the years. It is known to be used by various malware families like Winnti, Nightdoor, MgBot, and Kazuar for injecting their shellcode into processes such as explorer.exe, winlogon.exe, wmplayer	2
Akira is a possible alias for Trigona. Akira is a prominent form of malware, specifically a ransomware that has been causing significant disruptions since its emergence. It has been reported that Akira ransomware affiliates have compromised SSLVPN accounts on SonicWall devices as an initial access vector for their attacks. This comes aft	2
Blackmatter is a possible alias for Trigona. BlackMatter is a recognized threat actor in the cybersecurity industry, notorious for its malicious activities and the execution of ransomware attacks. The group initially operated as DarkSide, responsible for the high-profile Colonial Pipeline attack in May 2021, which led to significant attention	2

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Associated Malware

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The Lockbit Malware is associated with Trigona. LockBit is a type of malware, specifically ransomware, that infiltrates systems to exploit and damage them. It typically enters through suspicious downloads, emails, or websites without the user's knowledge. Once inside, it can steal personal information, disrupt operations, or hold data hostage for	Unspecified	2
The REvil Malware is associated with Trigona. REvil is a notorious malware, specifically a type of ransomware, that gained prominence in the cybercrime world as part of the Ransomware as a Service (RaaS) model. This model became increasingly popular in 2020, establishing relationships between first-stage malwares and subsequent ransomware attac	Unspecified	2

Associated Threat Actors

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The DarkSide Threat Actor is associated with Trigona. DarkSide is a threat actor known for its malicious activities, primarily in the realm of ransomware attacks. One of their most notable exploits occurred on May 7, 2021, when they targeted Colonial Pipeline Co., a major player in the U.S. energy sector. The attack disrupted the gasoline supply across	Unspecified	2
The Alphv Group Threat Actor is associated with Trigona. The Alphv group, a recognized threat actor in the cybersecurity landscape, has been involved in numerous malicious activities. Notably, they claimed responsibility for the hacking of Clarion, a global manufacturer of audio and video equipment for cars. This particular incident highlighted their capa	Unspecified	2

Associated Vulnerabilities

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The vulnerability CVE-2021-40539 is associated with Trigona.	Unspecified	3
The CVE-2023-22515 Vulnerability is associated with Trigona. CVE-2023-22515 is a critical Broken Access Control vulnerability discovered in October 2023, affecting the Confluence Data Center and Server. This flaw in software design or implementation allowed unauthenticated attackers to create unauthorized administrator accounts and gain access to Confluence i	Unspecified	3

Source Document References

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Securityaffairs	3 months ago	FIN7 group advertises new EDR bypass tool on hacking forums
Securityaffairs	3 months ago	FIN7 group advertises new EDR bypass tool on hacking forums
Unit42	9 months ago	Ransomware Retrospective 2024: Unit 42 Leak Site Analysis
CERT-EU	10 months ago	Ransomware Spotlight: Trigona - Security News \| #hacking \| #cybersecurity \| #infosec \| #comptia \| #pentest \| #ransomware \| National Cyber Security Consulting
CERT-EU	a year ago	Ransomware attacks up 81% year-on-year in October \| #ransomware \| #cybercrime \| National Cyber Security Consulting
Malwarebytes	a year ago	Ransomware review: October 2023
CERT-EU	a year ago	Ransomware and Cyber-extortion Trends in Q3 2023 - ReliaQuest
CERT-EU	a year ago	Ragnar Locker ransomware dev arrested in France
CERT-EU	a year ago	The Week in Ransomware - October 20th 2023 - Fighting Back
CERT-EU	a year ago	Cyber Security Today, Week in Review for the week ending Friday, October 20, 2023 \| IT World Canada News
CERT-EU	a year ago	Cyber Security Week in Review: October 20, 2023
CERT-EU	a year ago	Cyber Security Today, Oct. 20, 2023 – Free anti-phishing guidance, ransomware gang sunk for not patching Confluence servers \| IT World Canada News
CERT-EU	a year ago	Ragnar Locker ransomware’s dark web extortion sites seized by police
CERT-EU	a year ago	Ragnar Locker ransomware developer arrested in France
BankInfoSecurity	a year ago	Breach Roundup: Citrix Patch Not Sufficient
BankInfoSecurity	a year ago	Is the Ragnar Locker Ransomware Group Headed for Oblivion?
CERT-EU	a year ago	Interesting cyber attack headlines trending on Google for this day - Cybersecurity Insiders
CERT-EU	a year ago	Ukrainian Hacktivists Claim Trigona Ransomware Takedown
CERT-EU	a year ago	Ukrainian activists hack Trigona ransomware gang, wipe servers
BankInfoSecurity	a year ago	Ukrainian Hacktivists Claim Trigona Ransomware Takedown