Ransomware

Medusa Ransomware

First seen: 2019-09 • Status: active

Currently Active Threat

Medusa ransomware has been attacking hospitals, schools, and government offices for years. They are aggressive with their ransom demands.

Overview

Medusa is a persistent ransomware operation known for attacking critical infrastructure including schools and hospitals.

Also Known As

MedusaLocker

How It Spreads

  • RDP brute force
  • Phishing
  • Exploit kits

What It Does

  • File encryption
  • Data theft
  • Double extortion

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Target Platforms

Windows

Detection Tips

  • Monitor for RDP brute force
  • Watch for Medusa indicators

MITRE ATT&CK Techniques

T1486, T1567, T1110

If You're Infected

  1. 1.

    Disable RDP if possible

  2. 2.

    Implement RDP security controls

Related Malware

Lockbit, Blackcat

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