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Cat’s Got Your Files: Lynx Ransomware

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Cat’s Got Your Files: Lynx Ransomware

A ransomware intrusion labeled Lynx began in March 2025 when an attacker gained Remote Desktop Protocol access to an internet-exposed system. The successful logon showed no signs of brute force or credential stuffing, suggesting the attacker may have possessed valid credentials beforehand.

Why it matters: Organizations running internet-exposed RDP services face direct risk from Lynx operators, who gained initial access without obvious credential compromise techniques, implying need for review of RDP exposure and access controls.

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