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How to recover files encrypted by Yanlouwang

SecureList

APRIL 18, 2022

Kaspersky experts have found a vulnerability in the Yanluowang encryption algorithm and created a free decryptor to help victims of this ransomware with recovering their files. This is necessary to make files used by other programs available for encryption. The encryption code for big files. Yanluowang description.

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How to recover files encrypted by Yanluowang

SecureList

APRIL 18, 2022

Kaspersky experts have found a vulnerability in the Yanluowang encryption algorithm and created a free decryptor to help victims of this ransomware with recovering their files. This is necessary to make files used by other programs available for encryption. The encryption code for big files. Yanluowang description.

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Resilience lies with security: Securing remote access for your business

Webroot

OCTOBER 22, 2021

The most popular options include virtual private network (VPN) or remote desktop protocol (RDP). VPN works by initiating a secure connection over the internet through data encryption. One downside of using a VPN connection involves vulnerability. One downside of using a VPN connection involves vulnerability.

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Enhancing Cybersecurity Awareness: A Comprehensive Guide

CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

In our increasingly digital world, where technology permeates every aspect of our lives, cyber-security awareness has become an indispensable skill. This article will provide you with a comprehensive guide on how to create cybersecurity awareness and protect yourself and your digital assets from potential threats.

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How One Company Survived a Ransomware Attack Without Paying the Ransom

eSecurity Planet

JULY 12, 2022

Screens then started to display a ransom demand, which said files had been encrypted by the NetWalker ransomware virus. The guys in the SOC discovered that the virus came in via a remote user , had spread over the VPN and then began to look for security flaws,” said Mendoza. Backups Wiped Out But Tape, Snapshots Survive.

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Avoslocker ransomware gang targets US critical infrastructure

Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2022

The AvosLocker ransomware-as-a-service emerged in the threat landscape in September 2021, since January the group expanded its targets by implementing the support for encrypting Linux systems, specifically VMware ESXi servers. Regularly back up data, password protect backup copies offline. Consider installing and using a VPN.

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FBI warns of ransomware attacks targeting the food and agriculture sector

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

“Cyber criminal threat actors exploit network vulnerabilities to exfiltrate data and encrypt systems in a sector that is increasingly reliant on smart technologies, industrial control systems, and internet-based automation systems. The good news is in the latter attack the victims restored its backups.

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CISA updates ransomware guidance

Malwarebytes

MAY 23, 2023

Specifically, the agency added: Recommendations for preventing common initial infection vectors Updated recommendations to address cloud backups and zero trust architecture (ZTA). It is also important to repeat security awareness training regularly to keep your staff informed and vigilant. Stop malicious encryption.

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Threat spotlight: Conti, the ransomware used in the HSE healthcare attack

Malwarebytes

MAY 28, 2021

The files are then held for ransom and the victim is threatened by data loss, because of the encryption, and leaking of the exfiltrated data. Files are encrypted with a combination of AES-256 and RSA-4096 via the Microsoft CryptoAPI , as per CrowdStrike. Earlier versions appended the.CONTI extension to encrypted files.

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How can small businesses ensure Cybersecurity?

CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

In addition, few companies can provide access to password management software or VPNs to protect their internet connection and credentials and maintain security on rogue Wi-Fi networks. Statistics also reveal that only 17% of small businesses encrypt their data, which is alarming.

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SC Magazine

JUNE 14, 2021

It actually almost matches up with maybe 70% or 80% of the clients that we’re supporting, who had almost identical attacks with an old credential, with a weak password on a VPN. Then, as bonus ones: Encrypt your data at rest, use intelligence services to monitor for breaches and catching the initial access brokers.

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Ransomware Prevention, Detection, and Simulation

NetSpi Executives

APRIL 27, 2024

In addition to encrypting data and holding it hostage, ransomware attackers also upload valuable data to other systems on the internet. Rather than stealthily copying the data, ransomware attackers may upload the data quickly to a website via FTP using SSH encryption. Disable or bypass detective security controls.

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Evolution of JSWorm ransomware

SecureList

MAY 25, 2021

Several versions were released as part of each “rebranded” variant that altered different aspects of the code, renamed file extensions, cryptographic schemes and encryption keys. In addition, it deletes all system backups, shadow copies, disables the system recovery mode, and clears event logs. Encryption flaws.

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Ransomware world in 2021: who, how and why

SecureList

MAY 12, 2021

To ensure that their ability to restore encrypted files would never be questioned, they cultivated an online presence, wrote press releases and generally made sure their name would be known to all potential victims. The malware sample has an encrypted configuration block with many fields, which allow attackers to fine-tune the payload.

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How to recover files encrypted by Yanlouwang

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