Ransomware Gangs Leverage Remote Access Tools to Gain Persistence and Evade Defenses
Ransomware operators have shifted from opportunistic malware distribution to highly targeted campaigns that exploit legitimate software for stealth and persistence. Emerging in early 2025, several ransomware families began abusing popular remote access tools—such as AnyDesk and Splashtop—to establish footholds within enterprise networks. By hijacking or silently installing these utilities, adversaries bypass security controls that traditionally […]
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