Cybercriminals associated with a group known as the Silent Ransom Group have been sending individuals impersonating IT support staff to the offices of law firms. These individuals have reportedly stolen data using USB drives or remote access tools.
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Google and FBI alert on ransomware group using fake IT workers for data theft
The FBI and Google have issued a warning regarding the Silent Ransom Group, which has been deploying fake IT workers to infiltrate law firms. The group has been involved in data theft through the use of USB drives and remote access tools.
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- ✕ loaded language: 'cybercriminals'
- ✕ loaded language: 'gang'
- ✕ framing: headline asserting a conclusion
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Google and FBI warn of ransomware group that sends fake IT workers to hack victims in person
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Google and FBI alert on ransomware group using fake IT workers for data theft