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RansomwareApr 1, 2026

Ransomware Groups Exploit Legit IT Tools to Bypass Antivirus

Ransomware groups exploit legitimate IT tools to evade antivirus detection.

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.

Entities

Seqrite (vendor)IOBit Unlocker (product)Antivirus (technology)