Schneier on Security
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
One possible solution, touted by former Department of Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff on a recent podcast , would be for the federal government to step in and help pay for these sorts of attacks by providing a cyber insurance backstop. But this is easier said than done.
Security Affairs
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
For those who have cyber insurance against ransomware attacks. Insurance companies require you to keep your insurance information secret, this is to never pay the maximum amount specified in the contract or to pay nothing at all, disrupting negotiations. Very important! reads the ransom note.
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eSecurity Planet
OCTOBER 18, 2022
However, even with the best planning, organizations can find a few users, machines, or systems that were overlooked or whose backup may be corrupted or encrypted. First, call the cyber insurance company that issued the organization’s cybersecurity policy. How Does Ransomware Encryption Work?
Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing
FEBRUARY 15, 2023
Ransomware attacks have become much more dangerous and have evolved beyond basic security defenses and business continuity techniques like next-gen antivirus and backups. Simplistically, suppose the sensitive data is already encrypted. What is Double Extortion Ransomware? What is Double Extortion Ransomware?
SecureWorld News
JANUARY 21, 2024
Remember, sometimes a little common sense goes a lot further than the fanciest encryption out there. Ransomware is another significant threat, where attackers encrypt an organization's data and demand payment for its release. The key here is implementing smart, affordable cybersecurity strategies that work best for nonprofits.
Webroot
OCTOBER 14, 2022
As a result, many organizations are shifting away from cyber insurance and adopting layered defenses in an effort to achieve cyber resilience. Persisting botnet with cryptomining payload and more Infects via emails, brute force, exploits and more Removes competing malware, ensuring they’re the only infection.
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 ” Or you might see a readme.txt stating, “Your files have been replaced by these encrypted containers and aren’t accessible; you will lose your files on [enter date] unless you pay $2500 in Bitcoin.”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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