Watch Out the Latest Active Ransomware: Maze

Watch Out the Latest Active Ransomware: Maze

In December, Maze ransomware has gained people’s attention since it was found as the culprit behind several cyberattacks reported recently. The cyber criminals operating maze ransomware always try in different ways that can maximize the leverage against potential victims. For instance, the criminals would try to cause the psychological ante of their victims if they refuse to pay the ransom. By “naming and shaming” these victims in public websites, criminals are actually making these prospective clients into paying customers. Here are some recent attacks caused by Maze ransomware:


  • On October 21st, 2019, a Canadian Insurance Firm Andrew Agencies was hit by Maze Ransomware. Their network was breached and 245 computers were encrypted. A ransom amount of $1.1 million or 150 bitcoins was demanded by the Maze operators.

  • In November 2019, Maze ransomware punished Allied Universal by releasing 10% of the total stolen file because they did not pay the ransom before the given deadline.

  • On December 7th, 2019, the cyberattack struck the city of Pensacola. The Maze operators behind this attack claim for $1 million in ransom.

  • On December 9th, 2019, North America’s largest wire and cable manufacturer Southwire Co. was reeled in a cyberattack caused by Maze ransomware. A ransom of 850 bitcoins, which is approximately $6.1 million, was demanded.

  • According to Maze Ransomware Behind Pensacola Attack, Data Breach Looms, “The data breach fears are particularly relevant given that Maze has a quirk not found in most ransomware: In addition to encrypting files and offering the decryption key in exchange for a ransom payment, it also automatically copies all affected files to the malicious operators’ ..

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