RansomLord is an open-source tool that automates the creation of PE files, which are used to exploit ransomware pre-encryption. “I created RansomLord to demonstrate ransomware is not invincible, has vulnerabilities and its developers make mistakes and can write bad code just like everyone else,” hyp3rlinx, developer of RansomLord, told Help Net Security. He also outlined the tool’s key features: Leverages DLL hijacking tactics often used by cybercriminals. Deploys exploits in order to defend the network. … More →

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