Play ransomware crims exploit SimpleHelp flaw in double-extortion schemes

Recompiled binaries and phone threats used to boost the pressure Groups linked with the Play ransomware have exploited more than 900 organizations, the FBI said Wednesday, and have developed a number of new techniques in their double-extortion campaigns - including exploiting a security flaw in remote-access tool SimpleHelp if orgs haven't patched it.…

Jun 5, 2025 - 01:30
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Play ransomware crims exploit SimpleHelp flaw in double-extortion schemes

Recompiled binaries and phone threats used to boost the pressure

Groups linked with the Play ransomware have exploited more than 900 organizations, the FBI said Wednesday, and have developed a number of new techniques in their double-extortion campaigns - including exploiting a security flaw in remote-access tool SimpleHelp if orgs haven't patched it.…