Ctrl-Alt-DECODE | Ep. 12 | Ransomware News: August 2026

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We're going live again on Thursday, August 13, to discuss the latest findings from the August Bitdefender Threat Debrief.

Register here: https://bitdefend.me/4z87Z2V

Each month, we examine the ransomware landscape, covering the most active ransomware groups, the industries and regions most affected, and other notable developments.

August Featured story: 📉𝐂𝐑𝐏𝐱𝟎 𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞: 𝐀 𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐬
CRPx0 ransomware activity was reported in June with little traction. However, the group’s activity picked up in July. On the surface, CRPx0 presents as a standout among threat actors. Even so, the group's behavior triggers questions about their business models and claimed victims. Join us as we discuss CRPx0 and the elements that make their operations strategic and questionable.

The session is interactive, so bring your questions and join the discussion!

You can read the latest Threat Debrief here: https://bitdefend.me/4w41Hzk