Ransomware

LockBit 3.0

First seen: 2022-06 • Status: disrupted

Disrupted by Law Enforcement

LockBit 3.0 was the biggest ransomware gang until police from 11 countries took them down in 2024.

Overview

LockBit 3.0 was the most active ransomware until law enforcement action in February 2024. It introduced a bug bounty program.

Also Known As

LockBit Black

How It Spreads

  • RDP exploitation
  • Affiliates
  • Initial access brokers

What It Does

  • File encryption
  • Data theft
  • Bug bounty program

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Target Platforms

Windows, Linux, VMware ESXi, macOS

Detection Tips

  • Monitor for LockBit IOCs
  • Watch for affiliate TTPs

MITRE ATT&CK Techniques

T1486, T1567

If You're Infected

  1. 1.

    Free decryptor may be available from law enforcement

  2. 2.

    Contact NoMoreRansom.org

Related Malware

Blackcat, Conti

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