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Warlock ransomware breach SharePoint in water, telecom operator attacks
First reported Source: BleepingComputerLast editorial activity
What happened
The China-linked ransomware (software that locks up files and demands payment) group Warlock targeted a water utility, a telecom provider, a regional government body, and a university by exploiting SharePoint (Stack Exchange site for SharePoint enthusiasts) vulnerabilities to gain initial access.
Sources & evidence
- BleepingComputer Reporting source
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https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/warlock-ransomware-breach-sharepoint-in-water-telecom-operator-attacks/