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SafePay Ransomware Has Affected 600+ Organizations by Exploiting VPNs and Backup Servers

SafePay ransomware has affected at least 600 separate victims across multiple critical infrastructure sectors, according to a joint government advisory released on October 20, 2026. Active since August 2024, the group has targeted businesses and essential services across North America, South America, Europe, and Australia, becoming one of the most active ransomware threats in 2026. […] The post SafePay Ransomware Has Affected 600+ Organizations by Exploiting VPNs and Backup Servers appeared first on Cyber Security News.
SafePay ransomware has affected at least 600 separate victims across multiple critical infrastructure sectors, according to a joint government advisory released on October 20, 2026. Active since August 2024, the group has targeted businesses and essential services across North America, South America, Europe, and Australia, becoming one of the most active ransomware threats in 2026. The attacks combine stolen passwords, exposed remote access services, and known software flaws. After entering a network, attackers take control of accounts, search for valuable files, steal data, and damage…
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