Cisco Security

AUGUST 11, 2021

The REvil ransomware family has been in the news due to its involvement in high-profile incidents, such as the JBS cyberattack and the Kaseya supply chain attack. Yet this threat carries a much more storied history , with varying functionality from one campaign to the next. Deleting backups. Creating a mutex.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 2, 2025

Healthcare cybersecurity demand will be driven by ransomware resilience needs, FDA mandates for medical devices, and AI-powered threat detection," notes the Astute Analytica report. A primary catalyst is the sharp rise in ransomware and other attacks on hospitals and clinics. Regional outlook: where is growth happening?

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Digital Shadows

JANUARY 14, 2025

Key Findings The last quarter of 2024 proved to be a pivotal period for ransomware activity, marked by emerging threats and unexpected shifts among established groups. Ransomware Activity Hits All-Time High in December Ransomware attacks have been climbing steadily over the past few years, despite some temporary dips along the way.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Related: Threat detection for SMBs improves Not only do cyberattacks cost SMBs money, but the damage to a brand’s reputation can also hurt growth and trigger the loss of current customers. One report showed ransomware attacks increased by 80 percent in 2022, with manufacturing being one of the most targeted industries.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

AT&T Alien Labs™ is writing this report about recently created ransomware malware dubbed BlackCat which was used in a January 2022 campaign against two international oil companies headquartered in Germany, Oiltanking and Mabanaft. Key takeaways: The ransomware BlackCat is coded in Rust and was created in November 2021.

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Cisco Security

AUGUST 10, 2023

The constant evolution of the digital world has not only presented an abundance of opportunities, but also raised an equal amount of security challenges, ransomware being one of the most sinister. The underlying problem we sought to address was the ability to automatically recover hosts from a ransomware attack.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 9, 2022

Blackcat Ransomware. On April 19th of 2022, the FBI Cyber Division released a flash bulletin regarding the Blackcat ransomware-for-hire. This was met with mixed reactions - some found the ransomware to be of little concern , others made a case for tracking its progress. Malware Traits of Blackcat Ransomware.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

Researchers from threat hunting and intelligence firm Group-IB have detected a successful attack by a ransomware gang tracked as OldGremlin. Group-IB , a global threat hunting and intelligence company headquartered in Singapore, has detected a successful attack by a ransomware gang, codenamed OldGremlin.

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Cisco Security

AUGUST 11, 2021

Backups… Let’s Get This Out of the Way. A challenge with outsourcing backup responsibilities is that companies often have no say in how often or the level at which third parties back up their information. “With ransomware being as big as it is right now, one of the first answers that everyone goes to is backups.”

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

The research shows that cyber threats like ransomware have become a top priority for business executives and boards of directors,” said Jon Oltsik, an analyst with ESG. Not surprisingly, 46% said ransomware protection was one of their top five spending priorities. CrowdStrike dashboard. Data Protection.

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SecureList

MAY 15, 2025

Most malicious scripts and phishing pages act as droppers or loaders of next-stage malware (spyware, crypto miners and ransomware). Main threat sources Depending on the threat detection and blocking scenario, it is not always possible to reliably identify the source. times more) were blocked. pp) respectively.

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Digital Shadows

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Key Points Ransomware activity grew by 2.3% In the short term, we expect a gradual increase in ransomware incidents, peaking by Q4 2024. In the long term, we anticipate a greater use of large language models (LLMs) in ransomware negotiations and a rise in exfiltration-only attacks. lower than in Q3 2023. compared to Q3 2023.

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Spinone

APRIL 13, 2020

They include insider threats, phishing, and ransomware. Insider Threats Insider threats include all potential risks of human error or malicious intent. Ransomware Ransomware is malicious software used by hackers to encrypt data and demand money to give that data back. Why is ransomware so dangerous?

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Spinone

AUGUST 25, 2018

Spinbackup is a cloud-to-cloud backup and cloud G Suite security solution provider. We do it in the cloud by backing up SaaS data, analyzing it and alerting G Suite Administrators of potential insider threats and business risks. Second, we identify security threats and business risks and fix them, before disaster strikes.

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Webroot

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

In today’s world, both small businesses and everyday consumers face a growing number of cyber threats. From ransomware attacks to phishing scams, hackers are becoming more sophisticated. OpenText’s 2024 Threat Hunter Perspective sheds light on what’s coming next and how to protect yourself. What to expect this fall: U.S.

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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. Defining Advanced Persistent Threat (APT).

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Organizations should likewise leverage GenAI to better detect AI-enhanced threats and counter the attack volumes that we expect to see in 2024. Focus on implementing robust backup and disaster recovery plans, user training, and the sharing of threat intelligence. I really feel as though the bad guys have the upper hand.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 18, 2022

The same symptoms will occur in your IT environment as the malware spreads downloading data and expanding across your global network corrupting backups and leaving little options. Ransomware and stolen customer data can put an enterprise out of business for months. Have a ransomware playbook in place and run preparedness drills.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 18, 2024

Data Security & Recovery Measures Reliable CSPs provide high-level security and backup services; in the event of data loss, recovery is possible. Users have direct control over data security but are also responsible for backup procedures and permanently lost data in the event of device damage or loss.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 4, 2021

To address the escalating cyber risks, the Hong Kong Association of Banks (HKAB) developed and published guidelines for Secure Tertiary Data Backup (STDB). Validate the status of the data throughout its lifecycle and detect tampering or other forms of data corruption. Controlled. Verifiable. Data security.

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Spinone

JANUARY 30, 2019

Let’s take a look at the topic – Office 365 Backup Why Important? Other events including ransomware can wreak havoc on environments that have a presence in the public cloud. Ransomware is an especially dangerous risk to business-critical data. Ransomware slyly and silently encrypts organization data without warning.

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Spinone

MARCH 22, 2018

A few months ago the school faced a data loss disaster caused by Ransomware when an instructor inadvertently infected his classroom computer with the virus that had been brought from home on a USB drive. Instead he was faced with a note from ransomware criminals demanding 1 bitcoin ($740) to decrypt the files.

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Spinone

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

However, this year in 2019, many IT professionals and business leaders alike have had to deal with the very real and alarming scenario of a ransomware attack. As many businesses move their data to the cloud, the idea among many is once their data lands in the cloud, it is safe from ransomware. Is the cloud secure from threats, though?

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

Ransomware is currently one of the fastest-growing security threats facing individuals and organizations today. Ransomware works by infiltrating a user’s PC or mobile device via malicious software that is usually installed unintentionally after clicking a link in an email or because it is posing as something else.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 21, 2018

Spinbackup Cybersecurity and Backup for G Suite The Google Security Center for G Suite product certainly improves Google’s G Suite offering when it comes to security. Yes, backups! It is able to detect and proactively remediate the effects of ransomware attempting to encrypt data stored in the G Suite environment.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Backup and disaster recovery procedures ensure that data is always available. Backup and Disaster Recovery: Data backup and disaster recovery plans assure data availability and business continuity in the event of data loss or service failures. Employee training increases understanding of optimal practices.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 7, 2024

These arms encompass a wide array of malicious software, including viruses, worms, ransomware, and zero-day exploits, designed to infiltrate, disrupt, or destroy computer systems and networks. Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts data and demands payment for its release.

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Spinone

APRIL 1, 2020

To avoid problems following data loss during remote work, we highly recommend using these three cybersecurity tools for remote teams tools in combination: Spinbackup – Data Loss Prevention Tool Automatic backup three times a day can save your day and, well, your whole business.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 18, 2022

Despite that, a series of unspecific exploits battered the industry in late October, spiking in November and into December, when the Maryland Department of Health , the Virginia State Government and the Hawaii Timekeeping Services were all breached and disrupted, some due to ransomware, others to stolen data.

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Centraleyes

APRIL 24, 2025

AI-powered threat Intelligence & Incident Response (e.g., Microsoft Security Copilot, CrowdStrike Falcon Insight) How they help These tools use generative AI to analyze massive datasets, detect attack patterns, and automate incident response. Extended Detection & Response (XDR) (e.g.,

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Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Despite a slowdown in “LockBit” ransomware activity due to law enforcement actions and a loss of affiliate trust, it remains a key player. Meanwhile, “RansomHub” is rising rapidly due to its attractive ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) model. Despite the importance of employee training, sometimes it just isn’t enough.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 9, 2024

Data Security & Threat Detection Framework The data security and threat detection framework serves as the foundation for data protection plans, protecting intellectual property, customer data, and employee information. Backup crucial data and configurations on a regular basis to a safe remote location.

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IT Security Guru

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

From poor decision-making under pressure and ineffective communications channels, to untested backup, recovery, and redundancy procedures, most organisations are not set up to respond effectively. This issue is exacerbated in that most typical MSSPs prioritise detection over response.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 22, 2018

Spinbackup provides the total solution for public cloud backups and security. The powerful API-based CASB that is armed with machine learning algorithms provides organizations with the following: Automated Daily Backups – Automated configurable daily backups that are encrypted in-flight and at rest. What about security?

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

They perform actions such as reboots, backups, and unplugging hacked systems. Corrective control incorporates patch management , incident response plans , and backup recovery methods. Employ Security Automation Practices Security automation makes threat detection and mitigation more efficient.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 26, 2018

A common misconception among many when considering moving to the public cloud is the security concerns such as Ransomware that can have significant impacts with on-prem environments do not apply to public cloud. The capabilities to contain or prevent Ransomware with Cloud App Security are limited as well.

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Spinone

JANUARY 30, 2019

Not backing up SaaS data Failing to enforce corporate policies in the cloud Allowing data leakage Failing to restrict risky third-party apps Insider Threats Not protecting against ransomware attacks No proactive monitoring Let’s take a look at each of these security gaps and see why they are so important for businesses to address.

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