Log4J and ransomware: How hackers are taking advantage

The Log4j vulnerability is being widely exploited by ransomware groups. Criminal gangs, nation-state hackers and initial access brokers alike are using the vulnerability for more extensive server-side attacks. The Log4j vulnerability is a significant threat due to its widespread use in many software products and the difficulty in patching it. Prominent ransomware gang Conti is reportedly exploiting it at an alarming rate, while the vulnerability has even revived the inactive TellYouThePass ransomware strain.