CryptoLuck Ransomware Infects Victims Using Signed GoogleUpdate.exe

A new ransomware called “CryptoLuck” is infecting victims via a legitimate, code-signed program from Google known as “GoogleUpdate.exe.” Security researcher Kafeine spotted the RIG-E (Empire) exploit kit distributing CryptoLuck via malvertising. It’s not the first time they’ve detected an exploit kit campaign distributing ransomware. In this particular case, all of the malicious activity has thus […]… Read More

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