Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Ransomware Sanctions: Do They Have Any Impact? madhav Thu, 12/14/2023 - 05:37 Ransomware is one of the most high-profile and high-value cybercrimes that organizations need to watch out for. Sanctions can be leveled against criminal organizations, individuals, or groups from certain countries in an effort to curb ransomware attacks.

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Webroot

APRIL 13, 2021

Ransomware attacks generate big headlines when the targets are government entities, universities and healthcare organizations. But there’s one increasingly frequent target of ransomware attacks that tends to slip under the radar. This is why security awareness training with phishing simulations are increasingly important.

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Webroot

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Meanwhile, the global rise in sophisticated ransomware threats and geo-political tensions are escalating cyber threats. Insight from OpenText Security Solutions’ 2022 Global Ransomware SMB Survey sheds light on security priorities, concerns and posture. SMBs’ ransomware concerns are already becoming a reality.

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Vipre

MAY 5, 2021

As the ransomware epidemic continues to spread, ask yourself how vulnerable your business is to cyber-extortion. Because ransomware incidents can severely impact business processes and leave organizations without the data they need to operate and deliver mission-critical services. Do you backup your business data regularly?

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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. Misuse of these tools is a common ransomware technique to inhibit system recovery.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2022

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) reported that AvosLocker ransomware is being used in attacks targeting US critical infrastructure. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) published a joint cybersecurity advisory warning of AvosLocker ransomware attacks targeting multiple US critical infrastructure.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

FBI warns ransomware gangs are actively targeting organizations in the food and agriculture sector. Small farms, large producers, processors and manufacturers, and markets and restaurants are particularly exposed to ransomware attacks. The good news is in the latter attack the victims restored its backups.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 21, 2020

Ransomware is undoubtedly one of the most unnerving phenomena in the cyber threat landscape. Numerous strains of this destructive code have been the front-page news in global computer security chronicles for almost a decade now, with jaw-dropping ups and dramatic downs accompanying its progress. inch diskettes. inch diskettes.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

The Pain of Double Extortion Ransomware divya Thu, 02/16/2023 - 06:10 Ransomware perpetrators are adopting more sophisticated attack techniques with much success. Ransomware attacks have become much more dangerous and have evolved beyond basic security defenses and business continuity techniques like next-gen antivirus and backups.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 19, 2023

That is how James McQuiggan, CISSP, Security Awareness Advocate for KnowBe4, kicked off the recent SecureWorld Remote Sessions webcast titled, "Ransomware, Ransom-war, and Ran-some-where: What We Can Learn When the Hackers Get Hacked." Some scary statistics: Ransomware attacks increased 13% from 2020 to 2021.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 26, 2018

How to Enhance Cyber Security Awareness and Cyber Intelligence Enterprise cyber security awareness and cyber risk management programs encircle a full range of actions required to protect corporate IT infrastructure and sensitive data. What are the benefits of cyber security awareness trainings?

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Hacker Combat

JUNE 2, 2022

ransomware to conduct the cyber-attack, the hackers threaten to expose stolen files unless the company pays a ransom. The ransomware gang demanded over $34 million in bitcoin to be paid as ransom. How to Recognize a Ransomware Attack. How to Prevent Ransomware Attacks. using the LockBit 2.0

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 3, 2022

Ransomware is more pervasive than ever, and the number of attacks is mindboggling. With help from ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS), cybercriminals and organized “bad actors” continue to wreak havoc. Despite efforts by enterprises to secure. Despite efforts by enterprises to secure.

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SC Magazine

JULY 1, 2021

This creates a major gap in security awareness, considering the 65,000 ransomware attacks deployed in the U.S. In health care, ransomware and data breaches frequently receive the most media attention. However, those are symptoms of health care’s security posture, not the cause.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 2, 2022

Ransomware attacks increased by yet another 80% between February 2021 and March 2022, based on an analysis of ransomware payloads seen across the Zscaler cloud. Supply chain attacks, ransomware-as-a-service ecosystems, and multi-extortion tactics have all increased the volume and success rates of attacks. PYSA/Mespinoza.

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SiteLock

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

First discovered in 2016, Petya ransomware is a family of encrypting malware that targets Microsoft Windows-based computer systems. Although it made its debut in 2016, Petya ransomware gained worldwide recognition in 2017 when a new variant was introduced in the Ukraine that led to $10 billion in damages through a colossal cyber-attack.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) announced this week that they have observed an “increase in highly impactful ransomware attacks occurring on holidays and weekends.”. The REvil ransomware gang knocked JBS Foods’ operations offline over the U.S.

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Webroot

APRIL 21, 2021

Although cybercriminal activity throughout 2020 was as innovative as ever, some of the most noteworthy threat activity we saw came from the old familiar players, namely ransomware, business email compromise (BEC) and phishing. Ransomware. One of the newer trends we saw in ransomware was that of data extortion.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 24, 2023

Related: Tapping hidden pools of security talent Sometimes hackers can encrypt your systems, holding them hostage and asking you to pay money to regain access to them. This problem, called ransomware , explains why keeping backups is so important. Cyberattacks can also lead to a loss of productivity.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

The FBI has issued a Private Industry Notification (PIN) about cybercriminal actors targeting the food and agriculture sector with ransomware attacks. Ransomware attacks targeting the food and agriculture sector disrupt operations, cause financial loss, and negatively impact the food supply chain. ” Internet of Things.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 11, 2021

According to a report from Check Point Software, there were 93% more ransomware attacks in the first half of 2021 than during the same period last year. Palo Alto Networks’ Unit 42 security group also found payments have risen more than 80% since 2020, reaching a record $570,000 average in the first half of 2021.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 23, 2019

Ransomware attacks cost smaller companies an average of $713,000 per incident. No wonder this threat keeps our client’s CISO and security teams up at night. Because relying on one solution like antivirus won’t get you far in case of a full-blown ransomware attack. Backup your data at least three times a day; 3.

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SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Kia suffered a days-long outage affecting mobile and web-based service, which some claim to be tied to a ransomware attack. We are aware of online speculation that Kia is subject to a ransomware attack. Is it possible there was no ransomware attack? “It’s Kia Corporation).

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Malwarebytes

MAY 28, 2021

On the 14th of May, the Health Service Executive (HSE) , Ireland’s publicly funded healthcare system, fell victim to a Conti ransomware attack, forcing the organization to shut down more than 80,000 affected endpoints and plunging them back to the age of pen and paper. Threat profile: Conti ransomware.

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SecureList

APRIL 18, 2022

Yanluowang is a type of targeted ransomware discovered by the Symantec Threat Hunter team as they were investigating an incident on a large corporate network. 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.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 17, 2018

G Suite for Education backup and security should be taken seriously as GSFE (formerly known as Google Apps for Education) puts creative, nimble, and flexible learning at the center of the educational experience. How to Ensure G Suite for Education Backup and Security? What is Google G Suite for Education (GSFE)?

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 4, 2024

Organizations need a robust backup strategy that can outsmart bad actors. The post The Five Essentials of Immutable Storage: Why They Matter appeared first on Security Boulevard. And these days, that strategy must include immutability.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Curricula, an Atlanta based security company, is offering a free training in Cybersecurity for Small and Medium Business (SMBs) employees. The security awareness training will be offered in a virtual mode designed to defend organizations holding an employee count of over 1000 employees. Cannot secure endpoints.

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SecureList

APRIL 18, 2022

Yanluowang is a type of targeted ransomware discovered by the Symantec Threat Hunter team as they were investigating an incident on a large corporate network. 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.

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SiteLock

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Ragnar Locker ransomware is a recent, pesky form of malware which particularly targets machines operating on Windows. First discovered in late 2019 , this ransomware was devised as a way of attacking compromised corporate networks. What Is Ragnar Locker Ransomware, And How Does It Work? But knowing is only half the battle.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC) published an updated advisory to advise those who pay ransom to unknown threat actors who have stolen or locked up their data about potential sanctions risks to the crime victim associated with making and facilitating ransomware payments. The new advisory supersedes.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Ransomware is an unfortunate and unavoidable fact of life for businesses today. The post Cloud-Based File Systems as a Ransomware Defense appeared first on Security Boulevard. The post Cloud-Based File Systems as a Ransomware Defense appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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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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SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

CD Projekt Red responded by admitting they were hit with the ransomware and that some of its internal systems and “certain” data were compromised. The company said some devices in its network were encrypted but the company’s backups remain intact. This has nothing to do with disgruntled gamers and is just your average ransomware.”.

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Webroot

AUGUST 10, 2022

When was the last time you secretly smiled when ransomware gangs had their bitcoin stolen, their malware servers shut down, or were forced to disband? Indeed, some of the most destructive and costly ransomware groups are now in their third incarnation.

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IT Security Guru

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Unsuspecting users who click these malevolent ads may unknowingly download malware or ransomware onto their devices. As human errors have always been a significant cybersecurity risk and vulnerability, continuous security awareness education is paramount.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 1, 2021

As the threat landscape evolves faster than we can keep up with, organizations must be aware of the type of threats they may face. Certain threat types, like ransomware and malware, are more prominent and therefore must be fought with the appropriate resources. Other best practices : Maintain backups! Patch, patch, patch.

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