Ransomware Group

CryptoViper

Also known as: Viper, CV-Ransom

Status: active • First seen 2024-05300+ known victims

CryptoViper runs a criminal business selling ransomware tools to other hackers. They give their partners most of the ransom money to attract skilled criminals.

Overview

CryptoViper is a ransomware-as-a-service operation known for aggressive affiliate programs and rapid encryption speeds. They offer competitive revenue splits to attract skilled affiliates.

Target Industries

Healthcare, Education, Retail, Professional Services

How They Attack

  • RaaS model
  • Rapid encryption
  • Affiliate program
  • Double extortion

Notable Victims

Healthcare networks (2024), School districts (2025)

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How to Protect Against CryptoViper

  1. 1.

    Implement email authentication

  2. 2.

    Deploy EDR with ransomware protection

  3. 3.

    Test backup restoration procedures

MITRE ATT&CK Techniques

T1486, T1566, T1078, T1567

Related Groups

Lockbit, Ransomhub

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