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Ransomware: 8 Things That You Must Know

Joseph Steinberg

While ransomware may seem like a straightforward concept, people who are otherwise highly-knowledgeable seem to cite erroneous information about ransomware on a regular basis. As such, I would like to point out 8 essential points about ransomware. Many ransomware attacks are now targeted, rather than opportunistic.

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Ransomware group claims it's "compromised all of Sony systems"

Malwarebytes

Newcomer ransomware group RansomedVC claims to have successfully compromised the computer systems of entertainment giant Sony. As ransomware gangs do, it made the announcement on its dark web website, where it sells data that it's stolen from victims' computer networks. How to avoid ransomware Block common forms of entry.

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Ransomware attack disrupted store operations in the Netherlands and Germany

Security Affairs

Electronics retail giant MediaMarkt was hit by a ransomware attack that disrupted store operations in the Netherlands and Germany. Media Markt is a German multinational chain of stores selling consumer electronics with over 1000 stores in Europe. The Hive ransomware adds the.hive extension to the filename of encrypted files.

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Giant health insurer struck by ransomware didn't have antivirus protection

Malwarebytes

The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth), has confirmed that it was unprotected by antivirus software when it was attacked by the Medusa ransomware group in September. EDR can detect an intruder's suspicious activity in advance of them running ransomware, as well as being able to identify the ransomware itself.

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Tampa General Hospital half thwarts ransomware attack, but still loses patient data

Malwarebytes

The Tampa General Hospital (TGH) has promised to reach out to individuals whose information has been stolen by a ransomware group. In a cybersecurity notice, TGH said it noticed unusual activity on its computer systems on May 31, 2023. According to TGH, the criminals did not access the hospital's electronic medical record system.

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Ransomware: How to Protect Your Data

CyberSecurity Insiders

Ransomware is one of the most serious security threats businesses face today. A multi-layered approach is required to reduce exposure to ransomware attacks and also to recover encrypted data more quickly and effectively. by Troye CEO Helen Kruger. Payments are often demanded in Bitcoin, further complicating a business response.

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Play ransomware gang compromises Spanish bank, threatens to leak files

Malwarebytes

Ransomware is creating additional work for a major Spanish bank. Globalcaja, said to have more than 300 offices in Spain and close to half a million customers, has fallen victim to the Play ransomware gang. The Play Ransomware group will quite happily leak data in cases where no ransom is forthcoming. Detect intrusions.

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