Fortra has uncovered a new and concerning extortion group known as Ox Thief, which threatens victims with repercussions should they fail to pay ransom demands. Initially launching traditional extortion tactics, Ox Thief expanded its threats by detailing potential legal and reputational consequences for victim organizations. This includes threats to inform figures such as Edward Snowden, data protection advocacy groups, and infosec journalists. The group's approach marks a significant shift towards more aggressive and detailed tactics in the dark web's ransomware landscape, indicating heightened dangers for organizations not adhering to ransom demands.
Ox Thief is threatening to contact notable figures like Edward Snowden if ransom demands aren't met, highlighting an alarming trend in ransomware tactics.
The crew has combined traditional ransom threats with detailed consequences, including potential legal actions and reputational damage, showcasing a dangerous escalation in extortion methods.
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