DragonForce burst onto the cybercrime scene in late 2023 and has rapidly evolved into a ruthless, hybrid ransomware group blending hacktivism with profit-driven extortion. Known for targeting retailers and government entities, the group lures affiliates with customizable ransomware kits, ready-made infrastructure, and a cutthroat business model. Leveraging phishing, credential stuffing, and high-profile exploits like Log4Shell, DragonForce operates a multi-extortion playbook – stealing data, threatening leaks, and crippling critical systems.
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