Scattered Spider is a highly active ransomware group known for its sophisticated social engineering and multi-stage attacks targeting large enterprises. Unlike traditional ransomware gangs, Scattered Spider often uses SIM swapping, phishing, and identity theft to gain initial access, followed by lateral movement and privilege escalation. Once inside, the group exfiltrates sensitive data and deploys ransomware to encrypt critical systems, often demanding multi-million-dollar ransoms. Their agility and ability to exploit both human and technical weaknesses make them a formidable threat. Organizations must strengthen identity verification, deploy endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools, and train staff to recognize deceptive tactics used by this group.
