Emerging in early 2023, the Howling Scorpius ransomware group is the entity behind the Akira ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS), which has consistently ranked in recent months among the top five most active ransomware groups. Its double extortion strategy significantly amplifies the threat it poses.
Unit 42 researchers have been monitoring the Howling Scorpius ransomware group over the past year. Howling Scorpius targets small to medium-sized businesses in North America, Europe and Australia, across various sectors. Affected industries include education, consulting, government, manufacturing, telecommunications, technology and pharmaceuticals.
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Source: Palo Alto Unit 42
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