While malware-infected computers in a botnet can be detected and removed by virus-scanning tools within 24 hours, zero-days operate stealthily.
By the time a company identifies these vulnerabilities, hackers may have already exploited them, leaving affected customers with zero days to patch before potential cyberattacks.
Defense Strategies
Ransomware has become endemic for companies, and hackers are quick to adapt to the tools available in a network.
Symantec recommends that organizations align their defenses against hacking groups’ tools, tactics, and procedures rather than focusing solely on the specific strain of ransomware being used.
To counter the evolving threat landscape, organizations are urged to audit administrative tools used across their networks.
IT teams should ensure the necessity and proper security measures for each tool. Broadcom emphasizes the need for proactive defense strategies aligned with the dynamic tactics employed by ransomware hacker gangs.
As the cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve, understanding the changing tactics of ransomware hacker gangs is crucial for organizations to fortify their defenses. The report serves as a guide for IT teams, urging them to be prepared, adaptive, and proactive in the face of relentless cyber threats.
