US EditionFBI Warns of Silent Ransom Group Attacking Users Via Fake IT Calls
- The FBI issued a warning on May 23, 2025, about the Silent Ransom Group targeting US law firms with advanced cyber extortion schemes.
- SRG, active since 2022, evolved from phishing emails to unsolicited IT impersonation calls that trick employees into installing remote access tools.
- After gaining access, SRG quietly exfiltrates sensitive data using legitimate tools like WinSCP and disguised Rclone, then demands ransom to prevent data release.
- Ransom demands range from $1 million to $8 million and SRG pressures victims via emails and direct calls while leaving minimal detection traces.
- The FBI urges organizations to monitor unusual downloads, train staff against phishing, and share SRG ransom notes and call details to aid investigations.
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