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Advancements in Ransomware Tactics

Cybersecurity researchers have identified two malicious extensions in the Visual Studio Code Marketplace designed to deploy ransomware. Named “ahban.shiba” and “ahban.cychelloworld,” these extensions execute PowerShell commands to encrypt files on victims’ desktops. The ransomware appears to be in early development stages, highlighting the evolving tactics of cybercriminals.

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