01-07-2025, 02:16 AM
In the first chapter, we summarized most of the ways hackers make money. If you haven't read it yet, the link is here: https://breachforums.hn/Thread-How-to-Ma...ng--156780.
In this chapter, we will mainly explain how hackers make money from ransomware. We will cover this topic from various aspects.
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1.The Essence of Ransomware
The essence of ransomware is to encrypt files using strong encryption algorithms. Both symmetric and asymmetric encryption algorithms are used in this context. The principle is not very complicated. If you have programming experience, it should be easy to understand. The specific process involves obtaining some fingerprint information from the local machine, sending it to the C2 server, requesting a unique signature public key, and then using this public key to encrypt the file stream. This encrypted stream is then written back. The core principle is as simple as this. However, turning this into a fully functional product requires solving several problems, such as how to encrypt efficiently, how to bypass antivirus software, and how to hide your C2 server.
2. How to Acquire Ransomware
Acquiring ransomware is actually a complicated issue. There were once some reputable SaaS platforms providing ransomware as a service, but now there are more and more fake ones. The method I suggest is to go to GitHub, find the source code, modify it yourself, and then publish it. This approach is for people with programming experience. If you don't have programming experience, I suggest that you refrain from attempting this plan, as you are likely to expose yourself. Compared to money, your freedom and life are more important.
3. How to Implant the Virus
Implanting the virus can be both the most complicated and the simplest part of the whole process. Infecting systems through vulnerabilities, malicious bundling, and social engineering attacks are all methods with high success rates. I recommend focusing on social engineering attacks, which can yield unexpected results. Why do I consider this both the most complicated and the simplest? Because there is much room for creativity. People with programming experience can use software to automatically deliver the virus, while those with less experience can spread it via USB drives, emails, or instant messaging software.
4. Laundering the Ransom Payment
If you have succeeded in the first two steps, it is likely that you have obtained your first ransom payment, but don’t celebrate too early—it’s only the beginning. Around 80% of hackers get caught at this step. How to cleanly handle your funds is the most critical aspect. For example, if you have obtained Bitcoin through ransomware, I recommend cross-chaining it into WBTC, then exchanging it for ETH, and finally using Tornado Cash to mix the coins. One major issue in this process is accessing RPC nodes on the blockchain, which could log your IP address. Therefore, you need to pay close attention to your network environment.
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In this chapter, we will mainly explain how hackers make money from ransomware. We will cover this topic from various aspects.
- Introduction to the Principle
- Acquisition of Ransomware
- How to Implant the Virus
- How to Launder Digital Currency
Always maintain the hacker spirit: open, share, and free.
To join our free private community, please contact us via Telegram: @jackalpark.
1.The Essence of Ransomware
The essence of ransomware is to encrypt files using strong encryption algorithms. Both symmetric and asymmetric encryption algorithms are used in this context. The principle is not very complicated. If you have programming experience, it should be easy to understand. The specific process involves obtaining some fingerprint information from the local machine, sending it to the C2 server, requesting a unique signature public key, and then using this public key to encrypt the file stream. This encrypted stream is then written back. The core principle is as simple as this. However, turning this into a fully functional product requires solving several problems, such as how to encrypt efficiently, how to bypass antivirus software, and how to hide your C2 server.
2. How to Acquire Ransomware
Acquiring ransomware is actually a complicated issue. There were once some reputable SaaS platforms providing ransomware as a service, but now there are more and more fake ones. The method I suggest is to go to GitHub, find the source code, modify it yourself, and then publish it. This approach is for people with programming experience. If you don't have programming experience, I suggest that you refrain from attempting this plan, as you are likely to expose yourself. Compared to money, your freedom and life are more important.
3. How to Implant the Virus
Implanting the virus can be both the most complicated and the simplest part of the whole process. Infecting systems through vulnerabilities, malicious bundling, and social engineering attacks are all methods with high success rates. I recommend focusing on social engineering attacks, which can yield unexpected results. Why do I consider this both the most complicated and the simplest? Because there is much room for creativity. People with programming experience can use software to automatically deliver the virus, while those with less experience can spread it via USB drives, emails, or instant messaging software.
4. Laundering the Ransom Payment
If you have succeeded in the first two steps, it is likely that you have obtained your first ransom payment, but don’t celebrate too early—it’s only the beginning. Around 80% of hackers get caught at this step. How to cleanly handle your funds is the most critical aspect. For example, if you have obtained Bitcoin through ransomware, I recommend cross-chaining it into WBTC, then exchanging it for ETH, and finally using Tornado Cash to mix the coins. One major issue in this process is accessing RPC nodes on the blockchain, which could log your IP address. Therefore, you need to pay close attention to your network environment.
If you have any questions, please feel free to ask us. Through the station message or telegram.
