LockBit Ransomware Extorts Millions from US Victims and Named Top Threat by International Partners
LockBit ransomware has extorted around $91 million from approximately 1,700 US organizations since 2020, making it the leading global ransomware threat in 2022, according to a joint advisory by US and international cybersecurity authorities. The advisory includes a list of tools and a detailed mapping of tactics, techniques, and procedures employed by LockBit affiliates in attacks, as well as recommended mitigation measures. LockBit has targeted organizations across various critical infrastructure sectors, including financial services, healthcare, and transportation. The FBI encourages organizations to review the advisory and implement the recommended measures to defend against LockBit attacks.
- CISA: LockBit ransomware extorted $91 million in 1,700 U.S. attacks BleepingComputer
- LockBit victims in the US alone paid over $90m in ransoms since 2020 The Register
- LockBit digital gang named top ransomware threat by Canada and other nations CBC.ca
- 'Lockbit' named top ransomware threat by Canada, others CTV News
- NCSC and international partners shine a light on Lockbit ransomware threat National Cyber Security Centre
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