CISA Issues Updated Advisory on Play Ransomware: New Tactics and Mitigation Strategies
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), in collaboration with the FBI and Australia's ACSC, has released an updated advisory on the Play ransomware group, also known as Playcrypt. This update highlights new tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) employed by the group, as well as revised indicators of compromise (IOCs) to aid in threat detection.
Key Updates:
Increased Activity: Since June 2022, Playcrypt has targeted various businesses and critical infrastructure across North America, South America, and Europe. As of May 2025, approximately 900 entities have been affected.
New TTPs: The group continues to evolve its methods, necessitating updated defensive measures.
Recommended Mitigations:
-Implement multifactor authentication (MFA) across all services.
-Maintain offline, encrypted backups of critical data.
-Develop and regularly test a comprehensive recovery plan.
-Ensure all operating systems, software, and firmware are up to date.
Organizations are urged to review the full advisory and adjust their cybersecurity strategies accordingly.
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