Malwarebytes

MARCH 3, 2022

Soon after, the ransomware group LAPSUS$ claimed responsibility and threatened to leak 1 TB in exfiltrated data. So many times that ransomware fatigue is starting to become the new security fatigue. If you recognize one or more of them we would encourage you to not only change them, but also to start using a password manager.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 29, 2023

The Ohio History Connection (OHC) has posted a breach notification in which it discloses that a ransomware attack successfully encrypted internal data servers. OHC is a statewide history nonprofit chartered in 1885 that manages more than 50 sites and museums across the state. Change your password. Prevent intrusions.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 9, 2022

The United States Department of Health and Human Services' (HHS) security team (the Health Sector Cybersecurity Coordination Center or HC3) released a report detailing how Royal ransomware has been used to target the healthcare sector.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 3, 2023

CISA of the United States has issued a warning to all public and private entities to stay away from the Royal Ransomware group. Royal Ransomware gang has been active since September 2022 and demands a sum ranging between $1m to $11 million that needs to be paid in Bitcoins.

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Webroot

MAY 9, 2024

Your personal devices—laptops, smartphones, and tablets—hold a wealth of sensitive information that cybercriminals target through malware , ransomware , and other cyber threats. A VPN encrypts your internet connection, protecting your data from prying eyes. But it’s not just about identity theft.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 30, 2023

Nearly half of EDR tools and organizations are vulnerable to Clop ransomware gang tactics, according to tests by a cybersecurity company. The continuous threat exposure management (CTEM) vendor tested to see if organizational controls would recognize the Indicators of Compromise (IoCs) of Clop ransomware attacks.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) have released a joint Cybersecurity Advisory (CSA) after observing Vice Society threat actors disproportionately targeting the education sector with ransomware attacks.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 16, 2022

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) have released a joint Cybersecurity Advisory (CSA) about Zeppelin ransomware. Zeppelin, aka Buran, is a ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) written in Delphi and built upon the foundation of VegaLocker.

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CSO Magazine

JULY 27, 2022

We have our normal password management processes, password storage tools, and encryption processes. Your servers are hit with ransomware or hacked. A device with critical passwords is stolen. Doing so requires multiple backups, cloud resources, and tested backup and recovery processes. Then disaster strikes.

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SiteLock

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

REvil ransomware might look and sound strange, but it’s a common weapon used by cybercriminals to target unsuspecting businesses, steal sensitive data, and extort money from companies. Many businesses fear falling victim to a REvil ransomware attack—and for good reason. So, what is REvil ransomware, exactly? Let’s take a look.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 19, 2022

Ransomware groups also harvest cookies and “their activities may not be detected by simple anti-malware defenses because of their abuse of legitimate executables, both already present and brought along as tools.” See the Best Password Management Software & Tools. How Users Can Protect Access.

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 19, 2023

Another threat is ransomware , which locks your files and asks for money to unlock them. There are threats that can spread from one file to another, encrypt your files, or monitor what you do. Your credit card numbers or passwords are protected when entered on that site. Prefer to use password-protected networks.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MARCH 29, 2023

Create complex passwords that cannot be easily guessed and are different for each account. A password manager is an effective way to keep track of many complex passwords. Encrypt Your Sensitive Data Data encryption isn't just for large organizations.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 16, 2023

Ransomware group Money Message has claimed responsibility for the attack. The gang claims that they encrypted almost the entire PharMerica infrastructure, and has published parts of the stolen data to their leak site. Image courtesy of BleepingComputer Money Message is a new ransomware which targets both Windows and Linux systems.

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Security Affairs

JULY 8, 2023

Ransomware Redefined: RedEnergy Stealer-as-a-Ransomware attacks MAR-10445155-1.v1 v1 Truebot Activity Infects U.S.

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SecureBlitz

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Cybercriminals may use ransomware to encrypt students' educational documents, making them […] The post 20 Essential Cybersecurity Tips For Students appeared first on SecureBlitz Cybersecurity. Cybersecurity is a major challenge for everyone in the 21st century, including students.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Encryption uses mathematical algorithms to transform and encode data so that only authorized parties can access it. What Encryption Is and How It Relates to Cryptology The science of cryptography studies codes, how to create them, and how to solve them. How Does Encryption Process Data? How Does Encryption Process Data?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 9, 2021

The cybersecurity quiz given to people in the survey contained seven questions, spanning USB drives to ransomware. It’s best to teach people how to encrypt their files and why. For example, three-quarters of organizations require people to periodically change their passwords. Room for Improvement Exists in Email Security.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

As home users, many of the threats we cover will only affect you second hand, such as disruptions after a company suffers a ransomware attack, or when your private information is sold online after a data breach. We have seen news of ChatGPT leaking user’s information and law enforcement asking for backdoors in encryption routines.

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Krebs on Security

JANUARY 30, 2024

The phishing sites used a Telegram instant message bot to forward any submitted credentials in real-time, allowing the attackers to use the phished username, password and one-time code to log in as that employee at the real employer website. 0ktapus often leveraged information or access gained in one breach to perpetrate another.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 29, 2022

GHS confirmed the incident took place on June 28th,2022 and concluded that an unauthorized access took place on its servers leaking patient data to hackers and locking down the systems with encryption- meaning it was a ransomware attack. And the affected companies are mostly from IT and software development sector.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

Stay informed about the latest cyber threats, such as phishing, malware, ransomware, and social engineering attacks. Learn about strong password creation, multi-factor authentica-tion, secure browsing habits, and data encryption. Utilize a password manager to securely store and generate strong passwords.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 7, 2023

These involve viruses, Trojans, ransomware, and spyware, among many others. Use encryption There are several types of encryption that recruitment and job agencies can use to protect their clients from data breaches. On the other end of the spectrum, data-in-transit encryption protects data shared over networks.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

A report reveals various cyber-attacks that often target small businesses, such as malware, phishing, data breaches, and ransomware attacks. Also, small businesses are vulnerable to malware, brute-force attacks, ransomware, and social attacks and may not survive one incident.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 6, 2021

Passwords for accounts should be unique for every account and should compromise a long string of distinct characters, lower and upper case letters, and numbers. It is difficult to remember all passwords. That is where a password manager for business comes in to help keep track of passwords. Back-up your data.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Sophos cybersecurity researchers have discovered a Python-based ransomware operation that escalated from a compromised corporate network to encrypted virtual machines in just three hours. These instructions are used to list all VMs and shut them down, necessary for starting the encryption. Faster Encryption Means Higher Risk.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Don’t reuse the same password , or variations of the same password, across multiple accounts. Use a password manager to create unique, strong passwords for every account you own. Only use secure websites (look for the padlock icon in your browser’s address bar that shows the connection is encrypted).

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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.

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IT Security Guru

JULY 4, 2023

Limited Data Backup and Recovery Plans Attacks using ransomware are more common than ever, and schools are not exempt from this danger. The lack of robust data backup and recovery policies in educational institutions makes them more vulnerable to ransomware assaults that encrypt data. Regularly back up your data.

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IT Security Guru

AUGUST 17, 2023

Health and Social Care Systems Unfortunately, the UK has seen several cyberattacks on its healthcare infrastructure – the largest example being the widely-publicised WannaCry ransomware attack in 2017. This should include a secure password manager.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 5, 2023

Also, employees install more and more cybersecurity solutions, from password managers and ad blockers to Virtual Private Networks. At the same time, 28% of organizations experienced ransomware attacks. A VPN for PC could encrypt and reroute internet traffic but also block malicious websites.

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IT Security Guru

APRIL 26, 2021

Ransomware – Usually associated with enterprises, ransomware is also found to infect systems and consoles used by online gamers. Also, this software can offer protection against ransomware, spyware, Trojans, and spam. Additionally, following basic password security hygiene is beneficial.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Attackers employed a custom tunneling tool to achieve this, it forwards client traffic to the server, the malware encrypts the traffic using trivial binary encryption. The group is considered responsible for the massive WannaCry ransomware attack, a string of SWIFT attacks in 2016, and the Sony Pictures hack.

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IT Security Guru

JULY 28, 2023

CyberEdge Group’s ninth annual Cyberthreat Defense Report (CDR) highlighted that ransomware attacks’ main target was mid-sized businesses. Encryption and Data Backup : Encrypting sensitive data in transit and at rest provides additional protection against unauthorised access.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 25, 2022

Encryption and the development of cryptography have been a cornerstone of IT security for decades and remain critical for data protection against evolving threats. While cryptology is thousands of years old, modern cryptography took off in the 1970s with the help of the Diffie-Hellman-Merkle and RSA encryption algorithms.

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Zigrin Security

OCTOBER 11, 2023

They would come for all kinds of data since data like credit card numbers equal directly to money, government or corporate secrets can be sold, and they can encrypt all kinds of critical data for ransom. Additionally, consider using a password manager to securely store and manage your passwords.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 4, 2022

According to Forbes , the cyberthreats that SMBs most commonly face are “ransomware, misconfigurations and unpatched systems, credential stuffing and social engineering.”. Ransomware, simply put, means cybercriminals lock your data and hold it captive for a ransom payment.

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