DeadLock ransomware abuses Polygon blockchain to rotate proxy servers quietly

In recent developments, group-IB published its report on Jan. 15 and said the method could make disruption harder for defenders. The malware reads on-chain data, so victims do not pay…

DeadLock ransomware hides using exploited Polygon smart contracts

In recent developments, group-IB found a ransomware dubbed DeadLock that is exploiting Polygon smart contracts to rotate proxy addresses to evade takedowns. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such…