HelloKitty Ransomware Operator Rebranding, Releasing Data And Decryption Keys From Previous Campaigns

The overseer behind the HelloKitty ransomware endeavor has declared a rebranding, now known as 'HelloGookie.' They've also disclosed passwords for previously compromised CD Projekt source code, Cisco network details, and decryption keys from past assaults. Identified as 'Gookee/kapuchin0,' the threat actor asserts to be the original architect of the now inactive HelloKitty ransomware. This revelation, initially brought to light by threat researcher 3xp0rt on Thursday, aligns with the introduction of a fresh dark web platform for HelloGookie. Read more...