Detecting Ransomware Precursors

The business model for Ransomware has evolved to include multi-level and multi-stage services and tool kits. Initial access is often accomplished by 1st stage compromise, followed by 2nd stage download/drop of tools like Emotet, Trickbot, and Qakbot. This 2nd stage allows adversaries to lurk in your network, profiling normal use and/or searching for targets of …