Security Affairs

JULY 8, 2022

Emsisoft has released a free decryption tool that allows victims of the AstraLocker and Yashma ransomware to recover their files without paying a ransom. Cybersecurity firm Emsisoft released a free decryptor tool that allows victims of the AstraLocker and Yashma ransomware to recover their files without paying a ransom.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 26, 2023

We’ll go over malware removal tools and steps, and offer some tips to keep your devices from getting reinfected. These steps will work in most cases, but if you’ve been hit by ransomware, see our guides to ransomware decryption , removal and recovery.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

When Microsoft said in its update guide for CVE-2024-21410 that the vulnerability was likely to be exploited by attackers, they weren’t kidding. Our business solutions remove all remnants of ransomware and prevent you from getting reinfected. Soon after they changed the status to “Exploitation Detected”. Get a free trial below.

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SecureList

JUNE 23, 2022

These days ransomware analysis gets a lot of coverage in commercial and public reports, with vendors issuing dozens of ransomware-related publications each year. With the release of the report Common TTPs of modern ransomware , Kaspersky experts have taken a different approach. What are the ransomware groups? Lockbit2.0.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 10, 2023

Google patches three important vulnerabilities 9 vital criteria for effective endpoint security: Insights from the 'Endpoint Security Evaluation Guide' eBook Stop! Malwarebytes removes all remnants of ransomware and prevents you from getting reinfected. fine Update Android now! fine Update Android now! Get a free trial below.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Read our guide on privilege escalation attacks next to learn about the detection and prevention strategies for your privileged accounts and data. Organizations must prioritize implementing effective security measures and conducting frequent audits. Attackers were seen attempting to disable security plug-ins.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 14, 2023

Reportedly , this vulnerability was used in ransomware related attacks. The CVEs of the actively exploited vulnerabilities patched in these updates are: CVE-2023-23397 : a critical Microsoft Outlook Elevation of Privilege (EoP) vulnerability. The service may validate the result or send it to the Domain Controller (DC) for validation.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The guide was written because data breaches against Australian businesses and their customers are increasing in complexity, scale, and impact. While that may seem like kicking in an open door, it’s really not. It’s relatively easy to decide which personal data you need to have for a new customer. It’s a bit harder to stop there.

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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. Updated CISA guidance Limit the use of RDP and other remote desktop services.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

ransomware builder used by multiple threat actors Cisco fixes 3 high-severity DoS flaws in NX-OS and FXOS software Cybercrime Unpacking the MOVEit Breach: Statistics and Analysis Cl0p Ups The Ante With Massive MOVEit Transfer Supply-Chain Exploit FBI, Partners Dismantle Qakbot Infrastructure in Multinational Cyber Takedown U.S.

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Krebs on Security

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

And because ransomware purveyors have a history of seizing upon Sharepoint flaws to wreak havoc inside enterprises, companies should definitely prioritize deployment of these fixes, says Alan Liska , senior security architect at Recorded Future. We’ll likely see this one in the wild soon. This should be your top priority.”

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

On Friday and over the weekend, several Computer Emergency Response Teams (CERTs) sounded the alarm about an ongoing large scale ransomware attack on VMware ESXi virtual machines. The ransomware group that reportedly launched this large-scale attack dubbed ESXiArgs against vulnerable ESXi is believed to be the new Nevada ransomware group.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

Emsisoft security firm has released a new free decryption tool for the Avest ransomware, a few days after the release of WannaCryFake decryptor. Emsisoft security firm has released a new free decryption tool for the Avest ransomware, a few days ago the researchers also released a free decryptor for the WannaCryFake ransomware.

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 20, 2022

H-Hotels, a large hospitality chain with 60 hotels across several countries including Germany and Switzerland has announced it has fallen victim to a ransomware attack. The incident, which took place on December 11, is allegedly a double whammy of hijacked devices and data theft…if a ransomware group is telling the truth.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 17, 2021

Content inspection and the removal of sensitive data needs to take place but not at the expense of effective collaboration. Even with sandboxing to analyse attachments, protection against ransomware is limited. DLP can be either network or endpoint-based and plays an important role in keeping data secure. What to Look for in O365 DLP.

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Spinone

JANUARY 28, 2020

So, you or someone you know got hit by ransomware. How to get rid of ransomware then? As a data protection company, we help companies and individuals restore their data corrupted by ransomware every day. But getting your data back without removing the source means you can get your files encrypted again.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

Encrypted threats spiked 167%, ransomware increased 105%, and 5.4 Cisco Umbrella , analyzing the threat environment for 2022, found that 86% of organizations experienced phishing, 69% experienced unsolicited crypto mining, 50% were affected by ransomware, and 48% experienced some form of information-stealing malware.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 19, 2020

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 19, 2023

While this fine isn’t exactly massive in comparison to some of the privacy breaches and other incidents seen down the years, the original fine the company was handed was an eye-watering $49.5m. Additionally, the complaints related to the individual tech support scammers were in great supply.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 30, 2021

Clearswift’s Secure ICAP Gateway makes filesharing even more secure, adding content inspection – including anti-virus, file type and file content - and automatic sanitization (both active code removal and document meta data removal) to the data being transferred in files. It does so without interrupting the filesharing flow.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 4, 2021

Group-IB published a report titled “Ransomware Uncovered 2020-2021 ”. analyzes ransomware landscape in 2020 and TTPs of major threat actors. Group-IB , a global threat hunting and adversary-centric cyber intelligence company, has presented its new report “Ransomware Uncovered 2020-2021 ”.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 31, 2023

It’s something of a hot-button issue for ransomware authors, to the extent that some of them will apologise and offer up free decryption tools. Instead, the attack was aimed at a third-party technology provider used by both the South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS) and the South Western Ambulance Service (SWASFT).

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

To help you get started, we break down the most common attacks into a simple small business cybersecurity guide for your business. Over time, we predict a decrease in “noisy” attacks such as SEO spam and redirects: As malware scanners and website developers advance their techniques, these types of attacks are easier to detect and remove.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

An attack like this could have severe consequences, including ransomware attacks. Google’s guide can help you understand what a CSP is and how to implement one. What is malvertising? Do you know how to prevent a malversting attack ? It’s easy for an end-user to fall victim to a malvertising attack. Choose your ad networks carefully.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 9, 2022

Most cybersecurity experts agree that having Endpoint Detection and Response software is essential to fighting ransomware today—but not every EDR is equal. So precisely what features should SMBs be looking for in an anti-ransomware EDR, and why? How should EDR address ransomware? How should EDR address ransomware?

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Despite promises made by the BlackMatter ransomware gang about which organizations and business types they would avoid, multiple US critical infrastructure entities have been targeted. BlackMatter ransomware. How to avoid BlackMatter ransomware. BlackMatter is a possible rebrand of DarkSide, and has some similarities to REvil.

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BH Consulting

AUGUST 16, 2023

This could include malware that antivirus and security solutions can’t detect; a secure internet connection to prevent tracing; initial access to victim companies’ networks or mailboxes (which is also key to many ransomware infections); effective social engineering content; fraudulent content hosting, and more.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) says it helped dozens of hospitals respond to these DDoS incidents. DDoS A distributed denial-of-service attack uses numerous systems to send network communication requests to one specific target. Often the attackers use enslaved computers, "bots", to send the requests.

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McAfee

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

BlackMatter is a new ransomware threat discovered at the end of July 2021. As with previous ransomware, the operators steal files and private information from compromised servers and request an additional ransom to not publish on the internet. COVERAGE AND PROTECTION ADVICE. BlackMatter searching for functions. dll” and “ntdll.dll”.

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McAfee

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

BlackMatter is a new ransomware threat discovered at the end of July 2021. As with previous ransomware, the operators steal files and private information from compromised servers and request an additional ransom to not publish on the internet. COVERAGE AND PROTECTION ADVICE. BlackMatter searching for functions. dll” and “ntdll.dll”.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Phishing, ransomware, site defacement and SEO spam are just some of the most common threats SMBs face online. Using this list as guide, you can focus on growing your home business instead of fighting off security threats. Starting an online business from home doesn’t have to be overwhelming. In fact, it can be quite simple.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 17, 2021

There was KeRanger ransomware in 2016. ThiefQuest , a Mac malware masquerading as ransomware, was discovered in mid-2020. On February 18, the company released its Platform Security Guide , which details the changes in iOS 14, iPadOS 14, macOS Big Sur, tvOS 14, and more—and there are many.

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SC Magazine

MARCH 5, 2021

A developer published via GitHub a proof-of-concept (POC) ransomware program featuring strong compatibility with the post-exploitation tool Cobalt Strike, open-source coding, and extensionless encryption. But this news also leads to some interesting questions: What are the motivations for posting a POC ransomware program online?

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Cytelligence

JANUARY 14, 2020

More targeted ransomware – 2019 saw ransomware exploits getting highly targeted against specific businesses, as well as local government. Insurance companies may guide their policyholders to pay ransoms, as this is generally cheaper than having to recover from a ransomware attack. How can I protect my business in 2020?

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 23, 2022

For example, if you need to test for ransomware , it’s better to have it on a VM that can be compromised without affecting your personal files. Ubuntu, a famous Linux distro you may already know, is also Debian-derived. See the Best Penetration Testing Tools. Some Experience Required. The idea is to isolate your testing environment.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 24, 2021

Content inspection and the removal of sensitive data needs to take place but not at the expense of effective collaboration. Even with sandboxing to analyse attachments, protection against ransomware is limited. DLP can be either network or endpoint-based and plays an important role in keeping data secure. What to Look for in O365 DLP.

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SiteLock

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

The PCI Security Standards Council has created a quick reference guide that can help to determine compliance or noncompliance. Web security issues that can be incurred by unknowingly installing malware, ransomware, viruses, and many others. The most common targets for hackers are web applications and websites. PCI Noncompliance.

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