Tag: genielocker ransomware
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Toy Ghouls Deploys Custom Backdoor via Unconventional Channels
Meet Toy Ghouls, a group that's taking malware to the next level with a custom backdoor that's deployed through unconventional channels, marking a significant shift from their previous reliance on public tools. Their new bespoke malware, mqtt-bird-agent and matrix-bird-agent, is a game-changer in the world of cyber threats.

Toy Ghouls Unveils GenieLocker Ransomware
Meet GenieLocker, the latest ransomware threat from the notorious Toy Ghouls group, which has been wreaking havoc on businesses since March 2026, with a particular focus on Russian industries. The attackers are using clever tactics, like infiltrating through OpenVPN connections, to gain access and spread their malicious reach.