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“Whole of Government” Anti-Ransomware Campaign on Full Display | Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

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November 8, 2021, may have been the most significant single day in the United States’ “whole of government” anti-ransomware campaign. The Department of Justice, Department of the Treasury, and Department of State all announced major actions—most of which were targeted against the REvil criminal hacking group.

Since 2019, REvil (also known as Sodinokibi) has been one of the most notorious and prolific perpetrators of ransomware attacks, including the attack against international meat processor JBS in May 2021 and the attack targeting Kaseya and up to 1,500 users of the company’s VSA software in July 2021.

We summarize the Monday’s major activities here.

Department of Justice: Indictments Against REvil Leaders and Seizure of $6.1M

The Department of Justice announced indictments in the Northern District of Texas against two individuals associated with REvil: Yaroslav Vasinskyi of Ukraine and Yevgeniy Polyanin of Russia. The two are charged with several counts of conspiracy to commit fraud, violate the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act, and launder money.

Vasinskyi was arrested in Poland on October 8, 2021, and is being held there as the United States seeks his extradition. The federal government alleges that Vasinskyi was responsible for REvil’s attack against Kaseya, headquartered in Austin, Texas, among other attacks dating back to 2019.

Polyanin, who has not been detained, is alleged to have perpetrated attacks against numerous companies in Texas throughout 2019. In addition to the indictments against Polyanin, the Department of Justice announced the seizure of $6.1 million in funds traceable to alleged ransom payments from his account with FTX, a cryptocurrency exchanged based in the Bahamas.

The cases against Vasinskyi and Polyanin are part of the Department of Justice’s Ransomware and Digital Extortion Task Force created last spring. The Department of Justice credited an international effort with the arrest of Vasinskyi and the indictments and the seizure of Polyanin’s funds.

Also on November 8, 2021, the European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (commonly known as “Europol”) announced that Romanian authorities arrested two other individuals for suspected…

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Electromagnetic Spectrum Superiority Directorate on boarded into the ISR and Cyber Effects Operations staff > U.S. Air Force > Article Display

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ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) —  

Headquarters Air Force staff officially transferred the Electromagnetic Spectrum (EMS) Superiority Directorate from strategy, integration and requirements directorate to the intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance and cyber effects operations directorate Oct. 1.

In conjunction with the directorate move, the EMS Superiority Directorate also absorbed the Air Force Spectrum Management Office (AFSMO) as its fourth division. This move consolidates Electromagnetic Spectrum Operation functions under a single staff – focused on Information Warfare integration efforts across the conflict continuum and is the latest milestone within the Air Force – streamlining oversight, policy and guidance to foster greater collaboration of efforts across various competitive and increasingly dynamic domains.

“It is vital that we leverage, defend and compete across the entire electromagnetic spectrum in order to deliver effects in and through the information environment now and into the future,” said Lt. Gen. Mary O’Brien, deputy chief of staff for ISR and cyber effects operations (A2/6).

Since its inception in 2019, current EMS Superiority Director, Brig. Gen. Tad Clark and his team have been working to ensure the Department of the Air Force is able to “maintain the advantage in the electromagnetic spectrum to stay one step ahead of the strategic competition and maintain freedom of action.”

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. highlighted their work during the Fall 2021 Air Force Association Air, Space and Cyber Conference stating, “I am glad to see the directorate developing the next generation of Airmen and making the changes needed to ensure dominance.”

The Department of Defense published an Electromagnetic Spectrum Strategy (EMSS) in 2020 providing direction and highlighting the importance of EMS superiority in future warfare. Subsequently, the Air Force published its own Electromagnetic Spectrum Superiority Strategy in Apr. 2021.

Following the establishment of the EMSS and the development of the electromagnetic spectrum implementation strategy, Air Combat Command stood up the 350th Spectrum Warfare Wing in June of 2021 to implement EMS…

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Personal Computer Security Market to display unparalleled growth over 2021-2025

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The latest business intelligence report of the Personal Computer Security market, considering important factors like key growth drivers, remunerative prospects and restraints, outlines the growth trajectory of the business domain. It estimates that the vertical is poised to grow at XX% CAGR over 2021-2025, subsequently accumulating a valuation of USD XX by the end of the analysis timeframe.

Moreover, the document consists of detailed market segmentation data, including insights on the regional scope, followed by an assessment of the competitive dynamics. Further, it highlights various methodologies that can effectively address the disruptions brought forth by the Covid-19, so as to assist stakeholders in making right decisions for the future.

Market Rundown:

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Regional outlook:

  • As per the report, the regional landscape of Personal Computer Security industry is fragmented into Americas, APAC, Europe and Middle East & Africa.
  • Business scenario across major economies and their effect on the overall remuneration scope
  • are cited.
  • Market share and growth rate based on consumption patterns of every region over the 2021-2025 are hosted in the report as well.

Product terrain outline:

  • The product terrain of the Personal Computer Security industry is segmented into Software and Service.
  • Industry share based on the consumption pattern of each product type is included in the report.
  • Market share of each product segment coupled with sales and revenue data are also enumerated in the document.

Application gamut overview:

  • The application scope of the various product offerings is classified into BFSI , Retail , Telecom & IT , Manufacturing and Others.
  • Projections for the consumption value and consumption share of each application type over the analysis timeframe is provided.
  • Industry share of all the application segment is also included in the report.

Competitive landscape summary:

  • The competitive arena of the Personal Computer Security market is defined by key players like F-Secure , AHNLAB , Avast , Trend Micro , McAfee , Kaspersky Lab , …

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JBSA First Sergeant Diamond Sharp Awards > Air Education and Training Command > Article Display

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JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas — The Diamond Sharp Award is sponsored by the Joint Base San Antonio First Sergeants Council and recognizes outstanding Airmen who continually exceed the standard to meet the Air Force mission.



Rank/Name: Tech. Sgt. Jeramy J. Anderson

Unit: 833rd Cyber Operations Squadron

Duty title: Cyber Warfare Operator

Tech. Sgt. Jeramy J. Anderson is an exemplary content developer. He has exceeded expectations for developing instructional content for the host operator’s Persistent Cyber Training Environment. Anderson was tasked with developing two instructional modules and instead created seven. In developing some of these modules, he tackled the squadron initiative to develop a malware analyst role. The seven modules he created provide 17 1/2 hours of training, specifically targeting more than 10 lessons learned from on mission. Anderson has gone above and beyond his assigned work and is an invaluable asset to the 833rd COS and the Air Force.



Rank/Name: Tech. Sgt. Tommy H. Duncan III

Unit: 319th Training Squadron

Duty title: NCOIC, Training Operations

Tech. Sgt. Tommy H. Duncan III was hand-selected to conduct a review of the 341st Training Squadron’s STARS Program, identifying eight discrepancies and providing remedy actions. He also coordinated and prepared four senior NCOs to brief the 37th Training Wing command chief during his immersion tour, highlighting the 319 TRS’s unique mission and flight operation. Duncan directed four BEAST culmination events for 2,400 Airmen across four squadrons. In addition, when a Wingman’s child experienced a medical emergency, Duncan sprang into action, providing childcare, support and peace of mind.



Rank/Name: Staff Sgt. James M. Long

Unit: 502nd Security Forces Squadron

Duty Title: Investigator

Through much dedication and research, Staff Sgt. James M. Long was able to resolve a network disconnection between our unit and the Air Force computer network. His efforts gave our unit members access to the Security Forces Management & Resource Network website, Finance Portal, and additional tools on the SharePoint, which also led to the unit being compliant with new regulations. This…

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