Hackers are exploiting poorly configured Memcache Servers in order to launch massive DDoS attacks on victim machines. These are sometimes amplified many multiples in size as UDP packets flood the servers.
In this case, it is not just about bringing down a server but the hacker has inserted a little note in each one of the Data packets. The note is demanding 50 XMR in order to stop the attack.
https://www.coinbureau.com/news/latest-crypto-ransom-threat-coming-to-a-server-near-you/
These attacks are similar to the ones that have been responsible for the Github DDos. It is also unlikely that paying the ransom will yield any results. This is because it is a multifaceted attack to many victims. It would be hard for the attacker to confirm who exactly sent the payment.
Is this a sign of more to come? Are hackers going to try and use any attack vector in order to secure their crypto spoils?
Topic: Ransom Denial of Service Attacks are bringing servers down demanding Monero (Read 20 times)
March 04, 2018, 04:14:07 PM
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