The Silent Ransom Group is targeting U.S. law firms with fake IT support calls, phishing, and even in-person visits to steal data, according to the FBI. Researchers say the group, also known as Chatty Spider, UNC3753, and Storm-0252, has carried out more than 100 attacks and is unusually focused on legal organizations. #SilentRansomGroup #ChattySpider #UNC3753 #Storm0252
Keypoints
- Silent Ransom Group continues to target U.S. law firms.
- The group impersonates IT support through phone calls and phishing emails.
- If remote access fails, it may send someone to physically attach a storage device.
- The group is also tracked as Chatty Spider, UNC3753, and Storm-0252.
- Law firms remain attractive targets because data theft creates privilege and reputational risks.
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