Black Basta Ransomware Group Develops Automated Brute-Force Tool for Network Devices

The Black Basta ransomware group has developed an automated brute-force framework called 'BRUTED' to compromise edge network devices such as firewalls and VPNs. This new tool allows attackers to force access to these devices more effectively, thereby increasing security risks for companies using these technologies. The tool specifically targets network edge equipment, which can facilitate unauthorized access to corporate networks.