Enterprise Security Tech

Ransomware Evolution: Codefinger Targets Amazon S3 Buckets in Groundbreaking Attack

January 23, 2025

Enterprise Security Tech reports on a new ransomware technique by “Codefinger” that encrypts Amazon S3 buckets using AWS’s SSE-C functionality. Vectra AI’s Kat Traxler warns this marks a broader trend of cloud-native features being exploited. The attack underscores the need for strict credential controls, restricted SSE-C use, and proactive cloud security governance.