A new ransomware family, ‘GodDamn,’ has been observed employing the PoisonX kernel driver to neutralize security software. First spotted in May 2026, this ransomware is believed to be a rebrand of the Beast ransomware. By leveraging a ‘Bring Your Own Vulnerable Driver’ (BYOVD) technique, GodDamn can effectively bypass endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions, making it a potent threat.