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#StopRansomware Advisory: Interlock Ransomware Targets Organizations

Luciano Ferrari

09 Jan 2026 — 2 min read

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#StopRansomware Advisory: Interlock Ransomware Targets Organizations — tl;dr: The CISA, FBI, and other agencies released a joint advisory on Interlock ransomware, first observed in September 2024, affecting businesses and critical infrastructure in North America and Europe. This ransomware employs a double extortion model, encrypting and exfiltrating data without initial ransom demands. Initial access is gained through drive-by downloads and social engineering tactics like the ClickFix method. Organizations are urged to implement DNS filtering, patch vulnerabilities, segment networks, and enforce multifactor authentication to mitigate risks associated with Interlock ransomware.
↪ https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/cybersecurity-advisories/aa25-203a
CVE-2025-6554: Chrome Zero-Day Highlights Need for Zero Trust in Browser Security — tl;dr: The recent Chrome zero-day vulnerability, CVE-2025-6554, underscores the critical need for enhanced browser security measures. Attackers are increasingly exploiting such vulnerabilities, often before patches are available, which threatens sensitive data and business operations. Organizations must adopt a layered Zero Trust approach to mitigate these risks effectively. Regular updates and cautious browsing habits are essential for users to protect themselves against these emerging threats. Menlo Security emphasizes that traditional defenses are no longer sufficient, and real-time protection solutions are necessary for maintaining security without disrupting user experience.
↪ https://www.linkedin.com/posts/menlo-security_chrome-zero-day-why-browser-security-is-activity-7348477992660070416-sdcJ
CISA Issues Guidance to Enhance Security for Telecommunications Infrastructure — tl;dr: The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), along with other international security agencies, has released a guide aimed at bolstering the security of communications infrastructure against cyber espionage threats, particularly from PRC-affiliated actors. The guidance emphasizes the importance of enhancing visibility within networks, monitoring configurations, and hardening systems to mitigate vulnerabilities. Telecommunications providers and critical infrastructure organizations are encouraged to adopt these best practices, including implementing robust logging, monitoring user activity, and employing out-of-band management networks to protect against unauthorized access and exploitation.
↪ https://www.cisa.gov/resources-tools/resources/enhanced-visibility-and-hardening-guidance-communications-infrastructure
Understanding Cybersecurity: Protecting Your Digital Life — tl;dr: Cybersecurity involves safeguarding networks, devices, and data from unauthorized access and criminal activities, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information. With increasing reliance on technology for daily activities, individuals and organizations face risks such as malware, data breaches, and identity theft. To enhance cybersecurity, it is crucial to keep software updated, use strong passwords, implement multifactor authentication, and be cautious of phishing attempts. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) offers resources and best practices to help improve your cybersecurity posture and protect against cyber threats.
↪ https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/news/what-cybersecurity
Critical CVE-2020-11182 Affects Qualcomm Snapdragon Products — tl;dr: CVE-2020-11182 is a critical vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8, affecting various Qualcomm Snapdragon products, including those used in automotive, computing, and IoT devices. The flaw stems from a buffer overflow caused by inadequate checks on the length of user data, potentially leading to a heap overflow during NAL header parsing. This vulnerability poses significant risks to confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Users and organizations utilizing affected Snapdragon devices should prioritize applying the available patches from Qualcomm to mitigate potential exploitation.
↪ https://feedly.com/cve/CVE-2020-11182