Budget Cyber Bandits: The Rise of Cheap “Junk Gun” Ransomware Variants

Bargain-bin baddies are shaking up the cybercrime scene with “junk gun” ransomware—no service, just a one-time steal deal. Sophos spots a trend: hackers ditching costly RaaS for $375 DIY malware mischief. It’s the discount dark web disruption nobody asked for, but every penny-pinching pirate’s dream.

Hot Take:

Welcome to the ransomware bargain bin, where you can snag your very own "junk gun" ransomware for less than the price of a decent smartphone! As the RaaS model starts to feel like last year's fashion, the cybercriminals are hitting the discount racks. Who needs service with a smile when you can have a one-time malware special with all proceeds going directly to your Bitcoin wallet?

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