A ransomware alert has been issued by the US and Canada to ensure that individuals and organizations are aware of the threat posed by this type of malicious software. The alert, from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Canadian Cyber Incident Response Centre (CCIRC), comes on the back of what seems to be … More US and Canada issue ransomware alert
Noticeably, over the last two years, there has been a marked increase in ransomware attacks, which is, in its simplest form, a type of malware that is executed for the principal reason of extortion. The malicious software, once deployed, encrypts data, as well as devices. Access is only achievable if the victim pays a ransom … More Ransomware threat highlights why backing up data is essential
Ransomware is a very popular type of malicious code present and has a very peculiar operation: hijacks your files and asks for a monetary ransom. So should you pay the cybercriminals?
Weeks after it started attacking and encrypting victims’ files, Locky is still targeting many users. In order to provide more information about this threat, we have put together some information to help protect you in a better way. Short summary Win32/Filecoder.Locky.A is a ransomware variant that encrypts files with over 100 file types such as images, videos, databases, … More Trojan Downloaders on the rise: Don’t let Locky or TeslaCrypt ruin your day
Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting businesses with ransomware, according to a new report. The Online Trust Alliance (OTA)’s 2016 Data Protection and Breach Readiness Guide found that there has been a surge in this type of attack. Ransom demands have also become more market-based, representing a notable shift away from “opportunistic extortion”, the OTA explained. “Much … More Businesses increasingly targeted with ransomware
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