Ransomware groups like DragonForce and Anubis are adopting new business models to attract affiliates and boost profits. DragonForce has rebranded as a “cartel,” allowing affiliates to create their own brands while using shared infrastructure, increasing potential risks. Anubis offers varied monetization schemes for affiliates and employs aggressive tactics to pressure victims into paying, including threats to publish data. The evolution of these models follows disruptions in the ransomware landscape, highlighting ongoing experimentation that could reshape the ecosystem. Despite a decrease in extortion payments, experts warn that the threat remains high with evolving vulnerabilities.
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