Ransomware intelligence
- Find vulnerabilities before ransomware groups can exploit them.
- Monitor the dark web for your stolen data in infostealer attacks.
- Track ransomware group discussions and tactics at the source.
The Problem
Ransomware isn’t slowing down. It’s settling in.
ransomware attacks recorded in the first half of 2026, up 20% year over year.
attacks on billion-dollar companies in a single quarter jumped 74%, from 23 to 40.
of attacks hit businesses with under 200 employees, proving no org is too small.
Source: NordLayer ransomware statistics and trends
our solution
How ransomware intelligence keeps you one step ahead
Identify external vulnerabilities
NordLayer Intelligence by NordStellar scans your internet-facing assets for security gaps, misconfigurations, and vulnerabilities that ransomware groups exploit for initial access, so you can close them first.
Monitor for compromised data
Get alerted when your credentials or corporate data appear on the many ransomware leak sites or criminal dark web marketplaces we track, so you can contain the exposure before it becomes a breach.
Track threat actor activity
Receive early warnings drawn from the communications and activities of the most active and infamous ransomware groups, so you understand their tactics and can prepare before an attack reaches you.
Analyze infostealer logs
See which credentials, browser cookies, and system details infostealer malware captured from your organization, so you can remediate with greater accuracy, based on tangible insights instead of assumptions.
Support breach impact analysis
After an incident, pinpoint what data was exfiltrated and whose credentials were exposed, so your incident response, stakeholder notifications, and regulatory reporting all rest on verified numbers that you can easily prove.
BENEFITS
Why ransomware intelligence pays for itself
Ransomware intelligence shifts you from reacting to attacks to preventing them, with faster response and less damage when incidents do happen.
Proactive ransomware prevention
You see your organization the way an attacker does, so you can fix external vulnerabilities before they’re used against you.
Reduced business impact and financial loss
You know the exact scope of a compromise from the stolen data itself, so you can respond quickly to minimize downtime, costs, and reputational damage.
Faster and more targeted incident response
You get alerted the moment your data appears on the dark web sources we track, so you can disable stolen credentials and contain a breach before it escalates.
Informed strategic decision-making
You understand how ransomware groups operate and who they target, so you can prioritize defenses and budget against the threats most likely to hit you.
EXPAND YOUR REACH
Access one of the largest dark web data pools with NordLayer Intelligence
NordLayer Intelligence by NordStellar draws from the places where ransomware groups operate, so you see threats to your organization form in the same spaces where attackers plan, trade, and leak.
Ransomware group extortion blogs
The sites where ransomware groups publicly name and shame their victims in an attempt to pressure payment, often leaking stolen data in the process.
Dark and deep web criminal forums and marketplaces
The underground spaces where attackers trade stolen data, sell access to compromised networks, and share their latest tactics.
Cybercrime Telegram channels
The encrypted channels attackers use to coordinate attacks, announce fresh breaches, and sell stolen data quickly and anonymously.
800B+
total assets recaptured
100B+
leaked credentials discovered
75M+
malware logs analyzed
40K+
sources monitored
HOW TO SET UP
Start monitoring ransomware threats in 3 steps
Sign up
Create your account and complete the initial setup.
Add your domain
Submit your organization’s domain and any other assets you want to monitor.
Start monitoring
Once assets are verified, monitoring begins across the relevant NordLayer Intelligence solutions.
Trusted by security and IT teams across the globe
NordLayer Intelligence by NordStellar has received critical acclaim from both the organizations we support and independent cybersecurity experts.
I honestly believe that this tool is essential for every company. The platform's user-friendly interface and proactive threat detection have significantly enhanced our organization's security posture. The team behind Nordstellar is amazing as well, and addresses our feedback very promptly and professionally.
Senior Offensive Security Engineer
After putting NordStellar through its paces, I can confidently say it’s up to the challenge. Cyber threats today are relentless, and many solutions simply don’t go far enough. But NordStellar stands out. Its dark web monitoring, instant alerts, and advanced threat detection go beyond the basics, equipping businesses with the tools they genuinely need to stay ahead. In a world where basic security falls short, NordStellar offers a proactive, reliable approach that I’d trust to protect critical data and tackle real-world cyber risks.
Lead Writer
NordStellar provides great insights on threats out there, especially in environments where you have no control. It is also important that the team behind the product listens to the feedback and finds a way to solve the issues. Over a short period, the tool became much more usable, and new sources were added. All you need to do is to provide the company domain, and you are ready to go. I'm really happy about this purchase.
Director of Information Security
The platform's real-time alerts and big data analysis provide invaluable insights into risks, especially from lesser-known sources.
Director of Information Security
The platform offers a user-friendly interface that makes navigation seamless and enjoyable. Additionally, it provides a wide range of features and tools that help enhance your organisations security posture. The integration also seems pretty straightforward.
Senior Risk Manager
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Beyond ransomware intelligence
Explore more threat exposure management solutions
NordLayer Intelligence comes with a range of solutions designed to help organizations identify threats early and take action immediately.
Dark web monitoring
Detects leaked data and company mentions across hidden online spaces, such as hacker forums, illicit marketplaces, and private Telegram channels. It helps you identify threats targeting your business in real time and protect exposed consumer and employee information before it can be exploited.
Data breach monitoring
Scans the deep and dark web for leaked sensitive information associated with your business, reviewing infostealer malware logs, leaked databases, and stolen credentials. It provides real-time alerts and full context on past and ongoing attacks to help minimize the risk of ransomware and account takeovers.
Attack surface management
Monitors internet-facing assets, such as domains, IP addresses, open ports, and outdated technologies, to identify exposed services, misconfigurations, and other security gaps. It also helps detect and verify vulnerabilities, giving your team clearer visibility into external risk before it can be exploited.
Brand protection
Identifies brand misuse and online impersonation across the web, social platforms, and app stores, and enables the quick removal of fraudulent content. It helps protect your company’s reputation and maintain customer trust, offering a detailed view of each potential threat.
Additional info
Frequently asked questions
Ransomware intelligence is actionable information about ransomware threats, gathered by monitoring your external attack surface for vulnerabilities, tracking criminal activity on the dark web, and analyzing data stolen in breaches. It lets you identify risks, support ransomware prevention, and respond to incidents before they escalate.
Key components include monitoring ransomware blogs, analyzing data from infostealer malware, and identifying compromised credentials before they can be used in a larger attack.
Yes. Our integrations API sends security events directly into your existing stack, so you can connect NordLayer Intelligence with your SIEM or SOAR platform for automated response workflows and a more complete view of your security posture.
Security teams need real-time ransomware monitoring because speed decides whether an exposure becomes a breach. Timely alerts mean your team can act immediately, for example, resetting compromised credentials from an infostealer log before a ransomware group uses them to enter your network.
Yes. Our dark web monitoring covers ransomware blogs, where groups list victims and leak data, and you can get alerts via email, Slack, Microsoft Teams, or webhook the moment your assets are mentioned.
Every detected event gets a risk level, and the platform automatically identifies the most severe threats. It also filters out non-corporate data from leaks, so if a malware infection exposes 100 credentials, your team sees only the ones tied to your corporate domains.
When monitoring indicates a potential compromise, especially from an infostealer malware infection, a quick and targeted response is crucial. The first actions should follow a triage checklist:
- Identify the device. Use metadata like hostnames and user IDs to find the compromised machine.
- Contain accounts. Immediately reset credentials for all affected services, including email, VPN, RDP, and FTP.
- Revoke secrets. Rotate any exposed API keys, SSH private keys, certificates, or other cloud access tokens.
- Invalidate sessions. Target and invalidate any stolen session cookies, especially for high-value services like SSO portals, to prevent session hijacking.
- Review blast radius. Check what files were taken and what autofill data was exposed to understand the potential scope of the data loss.