Ransomware Group

Alpha Locker

Also known as: Alpha

Status: active • First seen 2023-0260+ known victims

Alpha Locker attacks through Citrix vulnerabilities, which many companies use for remote access. They move fast once inside, encrypting everything before IT teams can respond.

Overview

Alpha Locker exploits Citrix NetScaler vulnerabilities to rapidly compromise healthcare and technology networks before deploying fast-encrypting ransomware.

Target Industries

Healthcare, Technology, Finance, Professional Services

How They Attack

  • NetScaler exploitation
  • Fast encryption
  • Double extortion
  • Citrix targeting

Notable Victims

Healthcare networks (2023), Technology firms

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How to Protect Against Alpha Locker

  1. 1.

    Patch Citrix immediately

  2. 2.

    Monitor Citrix logs for anomalies

  3. 3.

    Implement rapid incident response

MITRE ATT&CK Techniques

T1190, T1486, T1567, T1078

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