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Jul 7
10m 41s

Ingram Micro Ransomware Attack and the R...

Jim Love
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In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley discusses the recent Safe Play ransomware attack on technology distributor Ingram Micro, exploring its impact and ongoing recovery efforts. The script also examines a new campaign targeting misconfigured Linux servers to build proxy networks for cybercriminal activities. Additionally, the episode highlights the significant rise in Click Fix social engineering attacks and the criminal investigation into a former ransomware negotiator accused of profiting from extortion payments.

00:00 Introduction and Headlines
00:30 Ingram Micro Ransomware Attack
03:57 Linux Servers Under Attack
07:05 Rise of Click Fix Social Engineering Attacks
08:45 Ransomware Negotiator Under Investigation
10:13 Conclusion and Contact Information

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