'Analysis of the code reveals that Zeppelin was first compiled in early November this year, but in the space of a month alone it has been discovered targeting networks of tech and healthcare companies across Europe and North America.' 'Named Zeppelin, the ransomware appears to be based on another family of network-encrypting malware – VegaLocker - but has been built upon and improved to such an extent that the security analysts at BlackBerry Cylance who discovered it have classed it as a new form of ransomware. These attacks are being 'carefully chosen' according to researchers, and they're hitting businesses dealing with healthcare and technology.
New ransomware called ZeppelinĪ new form of ransomware is targeting companies across Europe, the US and Canada.