Why We Started a CyberSecurity Emergency Response Team

Ransomware attacks reached a record high in July 2023. This increase was driven mostly by the Cl0p ransomware group exploiting vulnerabilities in MOVEit software. A report from NCC Group's Global Threat Intelligence team revealed that there were 502 major ransomware incidents in July, marking a 154% rise compared to the same period in 2022. This doesn’t include ransomware attacks against small businesses that often go unreported. The numbers also showed a 16% increase from June 2023 when 434 ransomware incidents were reported.

In July 2023, Cl0p, a notorious ransomware group also known as Lace Tempest, was responsible for 171 of the attacks. They often targeted the MOVEit file transfer software to compromise victims. They use tactics like double extortion, stealing data before encrypting it, and threatening to publish the stolen data if the ransom isn't paid.

Cl0p was the most active ransomware gang in July, followed by the notorious LockBit 3.0. Other threat actors like Noescape (believed to be a rebrand of Avaddon Ransomware) also contributed to the attacks. The report emphasizes the need for organizations to protect their environments and be vigilant in their security protocols, especially within their supply chains.

This is why we started providing emergency cybersecurity services to provide the urgent cyber incident support that small businesses in Arizona need. Often when small businesses need quick ransomware help they cannot find it.

We provide quick same day incident response services for all sorts of cyber security emergencies. We help companies restore their Business IT operations quicker and reduce the costs of cybersecurity incidents.

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CyberSecurity Emergency Team

Phoenix, AZ Based - Nationwide Reach