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New StormEncryptor ransomware used by former Medusa affiliate

BleepingComputer·August 10, 2026·1 min read
New StormEncryptor ransomware used by former Medusa affiliate

A financially motivated threat actor previously associated with the Medusa ransomware operation is now deploying a new ransomware strain called StormEncryptor. The actor has shifted tactics, using the new malware to target organizations. Details on the specific attack vectors and targets remain limited, but the development signals ongoing evolution in the ransomware landscape.

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