The Last Watchdog

MAY 5, 2022

Ransomware? Well, the stats are even scarier with over 50% increase in ransomware attacks in 2021, compared to 2020. The media paid close attention to ransomware attacks last year, as they had a significant impact on Colonial Pipeline, the nation’s largest fuel distributor, and JBS, the nation’s largest meat distributor.

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IT Security Guru

MAY 20, 2024

Today, common cyber threats include phishing, ransomware, and malware attacks, each capable of significantly disrupting operations and compromising sensitive data. These sessions should cover critical topics like phishing, which tricks you into giving out sensitive information, and password security to protect your data.

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Spinone

MARCH 13, 2020

Unfortunately, for hackers coronavirus has meant just another opportunity to spread malware through phishing emails. Coronavirus Phishing Emails Phishing is among the top 5 ways to get ransomware. To initiate a phishing attack, a scammer sends you an email with a malicious link/attachment. Let’s find out.

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NetSpi Executives

APRIL 27, 2024

Table of Contents What is ransomware? Ransomware trends Ransomware prevention Ransomware detection Ransomware simulation Ransomware security terms How NetSPI can help What is ransomware? Ransomware adversaries hold the data hostage until a victim pays the ransom. How does ransomware work?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Both large and small healthcare providers continue to be a tantalizing target for repeated ransomware attacks due to limited security budgets that lead to an overall weakened cyber defense system. A solid cybersecurity posture is only as strong as its policies, backups and disaster plans. million patients.

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Daniel Miessler

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Ransomware is the Cyber Pearl Harbor we’ve been waiting for all along. Ransomware is the new PCI. Some stats: At the time of this writing, Google News returns 7,460,000 results for the term Ransomware. According to Datto, Ransomware attacks are costing businesses more than $75 billion a year. It’s annoying 2.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 23, 2023

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has updated its #StopRansomware guide to account for the fact that ransomware actors have accelerated their tactics and techniques since the original guide was released in September of 2020. Consider subscribing to services that monitor the dark web for compromised credentials.

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Spinone

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Phishing attacks are one of the main cyber threats involving mistakes by workers. Arranging training for your employees is a great way to protect your company against phishing and its expensive and time-consuming consequences. So, let’s take a look at notable phishing awareness training providers.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Some of the key findings of the report are: Ransomware still gets top of the podium, accounting for 34% of EU threats. Ransomware attacks are expected to continue to rise in frequency and sophistication. Phishing is once again the most common vector for initial access. Implement a secure and redundant backup strategy.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 23, 2021

Phishing is today’s most dangerous cyberattack. Google noted a more than 600% spike in phishing attacks in 2020 compared to 2019 with a total of 2,145,013 phishing sites registered as of January 17, 2021, up from 1,690,000 on Jan 19, 2020. Phishing doesn’t discriminate. What is the Most Common Form of Phishing?

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Cisco Security

JULY 14, 2021

Ransomware is wreaking havoc. Ransomware is making its way outside the cybersecurity space. Most people probably know what ransomware is (if not, go here ). Ransomware is now everyone’s problem – from governments to corporations and even individuals. Why is ransomware so dangerous, especially now? What can we do?

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Spinone

MARCH 25, 2020

Phishing is one of the hacker’s trickeries, often used to infect Office 365 (or other cloud services) with ransomware. In this article, we’ll take a look at the main phishing types, ways to detect them, and how to avoid the potential damage they can inflict. What is Phishing?

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 23, 2021

German logistics giant Hellmann Worldwide Logistics has issued a warning that data was stolen from the company when it was hit with a ransomware attack on December 9, 2021. Many ransomware operators use the threat of leaking stolen data for extra leverage during the ransom negotiation stage. The ransomware itself is highly targeted.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 30, 2024

Ransomware attacks and data breaches make headlines when they shut down huge connected healthcare providers such as Ascension Healthcare or Change Healthcare. 2024 looks like it will only increase the number of affected individuals considering the scale of ransomware attacks from the first half of the year in the USA, Canada, and Australia.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Focus on implementing robust backup and disaster recovery plans, user training, and the sharing of threat intelligence. Supply-chain attacks, new zero-day attacks, insider risk and improved phishing leads to an onslaught of breaches. The majority of ransomware attacks gained initial access by defeating legacy MFA.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 21, 2020

Ransomware is undoubtedly one of the most unnerving phenomena in the cyber threat landscape. Related: What local government can do to repel ransomware Ransomware came into existence in 1989 as a primitive program dubbed the AIDS Trojan that was spreading via 5.25-inch inch diskettes. inch diskettes. FBI spoofs 2012 – 2013.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 28, 2020

That, of course, presents the perfect environment for cybercrime that pivots off social engineering. Sadly, coronavirus phishing and ransomware hacks already are in high gear. What we know is that municipalities and hospitals have been prime targets of ransomware purveyors over the past two years.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

Stay informed about the latest cyber threats, such as phishing, malware, ransomware, and social engineering attacks. Regularly review privacy settings on social media platforms to ensure that your personal information is not being exposed to potential threats.

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Spinone

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Sodinokibi ransomware has been known for some time, yet the attack on currency exchange Travelex brought this virus into the spotlight once again. GandCrab ransomware authors are likely to have taken part in the development of Sodinokibi. Sodinokibi is a notable example of Ransomware-as-a-Service. PerCSoft attack , August 2019.

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Herjavec Group

JULY 20, 2021

We’ve all seen and heard about the most recent surge in ransomware attacks on business and government entities. Ransomware” is a weaponized type of malware and viruses specially crafted by cybercriminals that uses encryption to lock up an organization’s critical information assets and sensitive data. Why Ransomware has Increased.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 13, 2022

Ransomware has given security professionals a headache for the better part of a decade. Germany, the UK, and Italy also registered high ransomware tallies. To understand how we got here, let’s first take a closer look at recent statistics on the top ransomware variants, countries and industries attacked. Top ransomware variants.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

As a matter of fact, the most-reported crime in the 2021 Internet Crime Report report was phishing , a social engineering scam wherein the victim receives a deceptive message from someone in an attempt to get the victim to reveal personal information or account credentials or to trick them into downloading malware.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

ai Antani Many speculated that the ransomware attack on a Toyota supply chain player in Kojima, Japan was in retaliation for Japan’s aid to Ukraine. Wayne Schepens , Chief Cyber Market Analyst, CyberRisk Alliance Schepens The weakest link is still humans; attacks caused by social engineering remain a critical risk for all organizations.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 4, 2022

There are rootkits, Trojans, worms, viruses, ransomware, phishing, identity theft, and social engineering to worry about. Content blockers help reduce ads, Trojans, phishing, and other undesirable content that an antivirus product alone may not stop. Backup your data [link]. Security tips. Content blockers.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

What is ransomware? Ransomware is a type of malware that prevents users from accessing their data or using their device. Types of ransomware: By the effect on system: Scareware makes users believe that there’s a virus on their computer and they need to purchase special software to remove it. Compromised websites.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

The headlines are disturbing: Breach of patient records ; Surgeries and appointments cancelled due to IT outage ; and even, Death attributed to ransomware attack on hospital. Many security programs focus on employee education (creating a strong password, being aware of phishing, etc.). Related: High-profile healthcare hacks in 2021.

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Spinone

APRIL 13, 2020

They include insider threats, phishing, and ransomware. Phishing Phishing is one of the most significant cyber security risks, especially for remote workers or during the transition period between office and remote work. Phishing attacks are tricky, because even one sloppy click can put the whole system in danger.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 4, 2020

The digital world of ransomware, malware, and extortion is full of questions. At our recent New York and Philadelphia virtual conference , cyber attorney Daniel Pepper addressed five major questions surrounding ransomware. What are the top ways cybercriminals gain access to a corporate network to launch ransomware?

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Spinone

OCTOBER 4, 2019

In fact, it’s an obvious ransomware attack. This is what ransomware looks like. What Is Ransomware? The primary goal of ransomware is to make you pay a ransom, hence the name. How Does Ransomware Work? Ransomware has a public/private key encryption to make your data unreadable. Files in the PDF format.

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IT Security Guru

JUNE 6, 2023

With the proliferation of social engineering attacks, employees continue to be the biggest risk factor,” said Stu Sjouwerman, CEO, KnowBe4. However, according to IDC, less than 3% of IT spending is allocated to help secure the human layer.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 16, 2019

Ransomware is one of the most destructive cybersecurity threats that can unexpectedly disrupt the work of your team at any time. But what is ransomware, and how to protect yourself from this cybersecurity threat? What is Ransomware: Full Information What is ransomware? Ransomware infects files or the whole system.

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Spinone

JANUARY 13, 2020

Installing antivirus software (or AV) is often considered an important ransomware protection measure. Antivirus users often experience ransomware attacks. So why antivirus is not enough to protect against ransomware and what is a more effective ransomware protection solution? Can antivirus detect ransomware?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 16, 2023

Latest email security trends Phishing and spear-phishing attacks: Phishing is a type of social engineering attack where cybercriminals use deceptive emails to trick recipients into divulging sensitive information or downloading malware. These attacks often rely on social engineering tactics and email spoofing.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 29, 2021

There are rootkits, Trojans, worms, viruses, ransomware, phishing, identity theft, and social engineering to worry about. Today, content blockers have become essential to help reduce ads, Trojans, phishing, and other undesirable content that an antivirus product alone may not cover. Backup your data [link].

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 19, 2023

One such variety, ransomware, is a “trend” that has provoked cybersecurity teams for years. And there are no signs of ransomware attacks decreasing. However, we’re currently seeing an uptick in strains of ransomware exploitation. Even bad actors abide by ROI Ransomware began purely from an encryption perspective.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Ransomware tactics have continued to evolve over the years, and remain a prominent threat to both SMBs and larger organisations. In recent months, ransomware attacks have not left mainstream media headlines.

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Spinone

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Have you experienced a ransomware attack yourself or would like to know how to protect OneDrive from ransomware in the future? Let’s find out more about ransomware and Office 365 ransomware recovery. Unfortunately for users of cloud services, ransomware strategies are evolving rapidly.

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