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The Palo Alto Networks threat intelligence team, Unit 42, observed [Locky ransomware installed](http://bit.ly/25a7qSR) through nuclear exploit kits. Our researchers also examined the campaign evolution of [Darkleech to pseudo-Darkleech](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/blog/2016/03/unit42-campaign-evolution-darkleech-to-pseudo-darkleech-and-beyond/) which, in recent weeks, has led to Angler EK delivering a ransomware payload, especially TeslaCrypt. Continuing momentum this week, Unit 42 shared new details and insights into the evolution of the [SamSa malware family](http://bit.ly/1VJeIZH) and discovered new ransomware tactics in play. Palo Alto Networks researchers Tongbo Luo and Hui Gao were credited with the [discoveries of new critical Microsoft vulnerabilities](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/blog/2016/03/unit42-palo-alto-networks-researchers-discover-critical-ie-vulnerabilities/) affecting Internet Explorer (IE) versions 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 on affected Windows clients. 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