Synology urges DSM updates after ransomware attacks
Technology · First reported 3 Nov, 07:43 · Updated 08:22
Synology says attackers are targeting devices running outdated DiskStation Manager software. The company urges users to update and enable automatic updates.
- Synology says attackers are exploiting a vulnerability patched in December 2024 to target devices running outdated DSM; it has not identified the exact flaw being used in these attacks.
- Customers have reported C3RB3R ransomware infections on Synology devices. The malware encrypts files with a .L0CK3D extension and leaves a ransom note, according to the report.
- Synology urges users of vulnerable DSM versions to update immediately and recommends enabling automatic updates.
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- Target
- Synology NAS devices running outdated DiskStation Manager software
- Patch timing
- The flaw Synology says attackers are exploiting was patched in December 2024
- Reported ransomware
- C3RB3R; encrypted files receive a .L0CK3D extension
- Company guidance
- Update vulnerable DSM versions immediately and enable automatic updates
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- An earlier report described a ransomware threat involving GMO’s Onamae Desktop Cloud; it said the company urged customers to disconnect systems and shut down computers, and another report said ransomware was not installed on user devices.
- Earlier reports described authorities seizing Virtualine or its domain, which was linked to cybercrime activity; the supplied summaries provided few details about the operation.
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