AvosLocker recently made headlines as a new ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) that commenced operations in June, represented by a purple bug brand logo. Operating based on a similar modus operandi to most RaaS, AvosLocker has started promoting its RaaS program via various forums on the dark web in its search for affiliates. AvosLocker’s primary mode of malware …

Ransomware is a type of malicious software (known as malware) that restricts, using encryption, access to data on your computer. Once the restriction takes place, a ransom is requested to unblock your data and if paid the restriction is removed, in theory. In principle, ransomware is a simple threat, yet one that has caused a lot …