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	"created_at": "2026-04-06T00:15:55.947726Z",
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	"title": "Clop",
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	"plain_text": "Clop\r\nArchived: 2026-04-05 14:30:45 UTC\r\nThe Clop Ransomware Group\r\nClop (also known as Cl0p) is an extortionist ransomware-type malware. It originated in 2019. It operates on the\r\nRansomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) model. It is a variant of the CryptoMix ransomware family. There have been\r\nseveral improved versions of the malware.\r\nHow It Works\r\nThe ransomware itself, cl0p, is a Win32 PE file. It is distributed using executables that have been digitally signed\r\nby a verified signer. This makes it appear more legitimate. It helps it bypass security software detection. Once the\r\nransomware strain infiltrates the system, it then attempts to disable Windows Defender. It also removes the\r\nMicrosoft Security Essentials.\r\nThe ransomware gang stayed outside the spotlight for the last two years. This was since their high-profile attack\r\non Accellion. That attack led to the arrest of six of their operators by the Ukrainian government. However, the\r\ngroup has made significant impacts on the cyber threat landscape.\r\nCl0p Ransomware TTPs\r\nSince its start in 2019, Flashpoint has observed the ransomware group use several tools in its digital arsenal. The\r\nransomware gang has used DDoS attacks and various phishing tactics. This is done to infect target organizations\r\nwith their ransomware strain. However, cl0p has recently used potent vulnerability exploits to gain notoriety.\r\nNotable Ransomware Attacks\r\nIn 2023, Clop made headlines. It used two vulnerability exploits against its victims: GoAnywhere MFT and\r\nMOVEit. We’ve previously examined the full details of both of these attacks. Both data compromise events\r\nresulted in hundreds of victims being listed on the clop ransomware leak site.\r\nFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\r\nQ: What is Clop, and what is its primary operating model?\r\nA: Clop (or Cl0p) is an extortionist ransomware-type malware that started in 2019. It primarily operates on the\r\nRansomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) model, where the code is leased to affiliates for profit sharing.\r\nQ: What types of attacks does Clop commonly use?\r\nhttps://flashpoint.io/blog/clop-ransomware-threat/\r\nPage 1 of 2\n\nA: Clop uses a variety of tactics, including DDoS attacks and phishing. Most notably, the group has recently\r\nfocused on leveraging potent vulnerability exploits against file transfer products like GoAnywhere MFT and\r\nMOVEit to execute widespread data compromise events.\r\nQ: How does Clop malware try to avoid detection?\r\nA: Clop malware is distributed as a file digitally signed by a verified signer to appear legitimate. Once in the\r\nsystem, it attempts to disable common security software like Windows Defender and Microsoft Security Essentials\r\nto avoid detection and removal.\r\nSource: https://flashpoint.io/blog/clop-ransomware-threat/\r\nhttps://flashpoint.io/blog/clop-ransomware-threat/\r\nPage 2 of 2",
	"extraction_quality": 1,
	"language": "EN",
	"sources": [
		"ETDA"
	],
	"references": [
		"https://flashpoint.io/blog/clop-ransomware-threat/"
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