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Ransomware

One of the biggest cybersecurity problems today, this malware encrypts an organization's (or individual's) critical files and documents and holds them hostage.

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Were 16 billion passwords from Apple, Google, and Facebook leaked? How to protect yourself

Wondering if your information is posted online from a data breach? Here's how to check if your accounts are at risk and what to do next.
1 year ago by Charlie Osborne in Security
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Indonesia won't pay $8M ransom in data center attack that disrupted major public services

Targeting a national data center, the attack brought down major public services, including airport immigration. Data migration efforts are ongoing.
2 years ago by Eileen Yu in Security
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Most ransomware-hit enterprises report to authorities, but level of support varies

Among businesses that notify the authorities, those in two Asian markets report the highest level of support in dealing with the attack.
2 years ago by Eileen Yu in Ransomware
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91% of ransomware victims paid at least one ransom in the past year, survey finds

With more than half of organizations experiencing at least six ransomware attack attempts over the past year, many want more budget to cope.
2 years ago by Eileen Yu in Ransomware
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What is ransomware? Everything you need to know and how to reduce your risk

The ransomware business is booming, and really anyone can be the next victim. Here's how to protect yourself and your organization from an attack. Too late for prevention? We'll show you what to do next.
2 years ago by Danny Palmer in Ransomware
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Ransomware victims continue to pay up, while also bracing for AI-enhanced attacks

Most organizations have paid up in a ransomware attack, with more than half shelling out over $100,000, and most see generative AI offering malicious hackers more ways to launch attacks, according to a recent survey.
2 years ago by Eileen Yu in Security
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Ransomware and phishing attacks continue to plague businesses in Singapore

In Singapore last year, the number of phishing attempts more than doubled, while ransomware incidents continued to impact small and midsize businesses.
3 years ago by Eileen Yu in Security
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These ransomware victims are paying more to recover data

While the number of businesses reporting attacks this past year remained flat, a Sophos report makes one thing clear: There is a cheaper alternative every business should know.
3 years ago by Eileen Yu in Security
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The Ukrainian war has shaken up the cybercrime ecosystem, Google says

The war in Ukraine has upended geopolitical allegiances, but cybercrime will continue to play a role in armed conflict, according to Google's new report.
3 years ago by Stephanie Condon in Security
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Singapore releases blueprint to combat ransomware attacks

Inter-agency task force set up to boost the country's counter-ransomware efforts offers guidelines on how to mitigate such attacks, including a reference "kill chain" and recommendations on whether to pay the ransom.
3 years ago by Eileen Yu in Ransomware
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Ransomware, SMBs remain key security concerns amidst focus on critical infrastructures

Countries including Japan and Singapore see growing impact of ransomware attacks, where small and midsize businesses and critical infrastructures are of particular concern.
3 years ago by Eileen Yu in Security
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Hackers are testing a destructive new way to make ransomware attacks more effective

Cyber criminals are testing a new method of cyber extortion. It could be very worrying.
3 years ago by Danny Palmer in Ransomware
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