RansomwareApr 1, 2026
Ransomware Groups Exploit Legit IT Tools to Bypass Antivirus
Ransomware groups exploit legitimate IT tools to evade antivirus detection.
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Summary
Security researchers at Seqrite have documented a tactic where ransomware operators abuse legitimate IT utilities such as IOBit Unlocker to bypass antivirus protections. This 'dual-use dilemma' highlights how attackers repurpose benign software tools for malicious purposes, making detection and prevention more challenging for defenders.
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Seqrite (vendor)IOBit Unlocker (product)Antivirus (technology)