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Feb 20, 2025 Stephen Hilt, a senior threat researcher at Trend Micro with expertise in the cyber underground market, shares valuable insights. He discusses the alarming rise of Ghost ransomware impacting over 70 countries. Hilt delves into the evolution of cybercrime dynamics, highlighting the shift toward 'access as a service' and the integration of AI technologies for criminal strategies. He also sheds light on the merging of English and Russian cyber forums and the challenges law enforcement faces in this interconnected landscape.
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Trend Micro's Underground Market Research
- Trend Micro has published 49 reports on underground marketplaces since 2011.
- These reports track cybercriminal activity to protect customers and the internet.
Shifting Underground Marketplace Trends
- Sales of drugs and weapons on English-speaking forums have declined.
- Access-as-a-service now dominates, making up over 50% of observed threads.
Impact of Law Enforcement
- Law enforcement takedowns disrupt forums selling drugs and weapons.
- However, new forums emerge, highlighting the challenge of trust.