BlackBasta Ransomware Chatlogs Leaked Online - #BlackBasta
The Black Basta ransomware group has significantly evolved its attack strategies from 2024 to early 2025, employing sophisticated social engineering techniques and leveraging various tools to breach networks. Their tactics include email bombing, impersonating IT support on Microsoft Teams, using QR codes for command and control, and distributing malware like Zbot and DarkGate. A major attack on Ascension Health in May 2024 affected 5.6 million patients, exposing sensitive data and disrupting healthcare operations. The group's activities pose a particular threat to sectors relying heavily on digital transactions and customer data. However, by February 2025, leaked chat logs suggested internal conflicts within Black Basta, leading to reduced activity and some members joining other ransomware groups. These developments highlight the critical need for organizations to implement robust, multi-layered cybersecurity measures and stay vigilant against evolving threats in the ransomware landscape.