Listen "LockBit 5.0: Return of the Ransomware Giants - Ep 171"
Episode Synopsis
LockBit is back—and stronger than ever. After multiple takedowns and sanctions, the ransomware-as-a-service giant has resurfaced with LockBit 5.0, a version designed to hit harder, spread faster, and target virtualization at scale.In this episode of Reimagining Cyber, Tyler Moffitt unpacks what’s changed, why LockBit 5.0 matters, and what organizations should be doing now to reduce risk. From hypervisor attacks and cross-platform payloads to cartel-style alliances among cybercriminal crews, we explore how ransomware continues to evolve—and what defenders can learn from it.Whether you’re an enterprise IT leader, MSP, or simply tracking the ransomware economy, this episode offers practical actions and strategic insights you can put to work this week.It's 5 years since Reimagining Cyber began. Thanks to all of our loyal listeners!As featured on Million Podcasts' Best 100 Cybersecurity Podcasts Top 50 Chief Information Security Officer CISO Podcasts Top 70 Security Hacking Podcasts This list is the most comprehensive ranking of Cyber Security Podcasts online and we are honoured to feature amongst the best! Follow or subscribe to the show on your preferred podcast platform.Share the show with others in the cybersecurity world.Get in touch via [email protected]
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