HardBit Ransomware Version 4.0 Analysis
1. HardBit Ransomware 4.0 uses passphrase protection to hinder analysis efforts.
2. Unlike others, HardBit Ransomware doesn't operate a data leak site.
3. Ransomware gains initial access through brute-forcing RDP and SMB services.
4. HardBit Ransomware disables Microsoft Defender Antivirus to evade detection.
5. Ransomware activity shows upward trend with 962 attacks in Q1 2024.
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