DragonForce Claims to Be Taking Over RansomHub Ransomware Infrastructure

Summary: The DragonForce ransomware group has announced a potential takeover of RansomHub’s infrastructure, a leading ransomware group. Cyble reports that while the specifics are unclear, DragonForce claims to be integrating RansomHub into their operations amid speculation following RansomHub’s site going offline. This shift follows DragonForce’s recent expansion of its ransomware services and infrastructure upgrades.

Affected: DragonForce Ransomware Group, RansomHub

Keypoints:

• DragonForce claims to have taken over RansomHub’s infrastructure, with a new onion site using RansomHub’s branding.
• The RansomHub onion site has been offline since March 31, 2024, raising concerns about a possible takeover.
• DragonForce recently expanded its services, introducing a franchise model and significant technical upgrades to its ransomware platform.
• The future of RansomHub remains uncertain, as it has been a top player in ransomware since February 2024.