Threat Actors Targeting Microsoft SQL Servers to Deploy FreeWorld Ransomware
Threat Actors Targeting Microsoft SQL Servers to Deploy FreeWorld Ransomware
01 September 2023
Threat actors are exploiting poorly secured Microsoft SQL (MS SQL) servers to deliver Cobalt Strike and a ransomware strain called FreeWorld.
Cybersecurity firm Securonix, which has dubbed the campaign DB#JAMMER, said it stands out for the way the toolset and infrastructure is employed.
“Some of these tools include enumeration software, RAT payloads, exploitation and credential stealing software