Tag: storm-0501

According to a recent report from Microsoft Threat Intelligence, the cybercriminal group Storm-0501 has emerged as a significant threat, specifically targeting hybrid cloud environments through sophisticated ransomware attacks. Known for their opportunistic and financially motivated operations, Storm-0501 has increased their activity since 2021, initially gaining attention for deploying Sabbath ransomware against U.S. school districts. Since then, they have expanded their tactics, utilizing various ransomware strains, including Hive, BlackCat (ALPHV), and most recently, Embargo ransomware. Attack Strategy Storm-0501’s latest campaigns highlight …