Pen Test

OCTOBER 10, 2023

A particularly insidious new trend is the rise of "double extortion" attacks, in which cybercriminals not only encrypt an organization's data but also threaten to publicly release sensitive stolen information if the ransom is not paid. CryptoLocker, in 2013, pioneered the use of strong encryption algorithms. Don't let patching lag.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 6, 2023

Ransomware is a type of malicious program, or malware, that encrypts files, documents and images on a computer or server so that users cannot access the data. These keys are available to the attacker, and the encryption can only be decrypted using a private key. How Does Ransomware Work?

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Cisco Security

MARCH 22, 2022

But according to Anne Neuberger, the White House’s Deputy National Security Adviser for Cyber and Emerging Technology, this warning is “based on evolving threat intelligence, that the Russian government is exploring options for potential cyberattacks on critical infrastructure in the United States.”. Cyber insurance is not the answer!

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 18, 2022

Today and in the future, MFA should be viewed as one component of a wider zero trust architecture, one where behavior-based analytics are central to understanding employee behavior and authenticating the actions taken using certain credentials. 5 – Recession requires CISOs to get frank with the board about proactive security.

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SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

In the last year, such attacks have swept through every sector, affected schools, hospitals, critical infrastructure, transportation and governments. It is a very difficult issue to address because it’s not something the government would typically be involved in,” Dermody added. They will still pay, but it will be illegal.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

All of your files are encrypted with RSA-2048 and AES-128 ciphers.” ” Or you might see a readme.txt stating, “Your files have been replaced by these encrypted containers and aren’t accessible; you will lose your files on [enter date] unless you pay $2500 in Bitcoin.” IMPORTANT INFORMATION !!!

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 8, 2022

In many ways, DR is playing catch up with the rise in effectiveness of cyber criminals. The global cost of ransomware has risen from $325 million to $20 billion from 2016 to 2021, and on average, only 65% of encrypted data was restored after a ransom was paid. Top DR Solutions Including Security Features. RPOs are measured in seconds.

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