FBI and CISA publish new joint alert on Royal Ransomware

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) have released a new joint alert regarding the Royal ransomware threat. The alert is part of the #StopRansomware campaign launched in 2021 to combat the growing threat of ransomware attacks. The alert provides information on the tactics, techniques, and procedures used by the Royal ransomware group, which is known for targeting organizations across various sectors, including healthcare, education, and government. The alert also includes recommendations for organizations to protect themselves from ransomware attacks, such as implementing network segmentation, using strong passwords and multi-factor authentication, and regularly backing up critical data.