According to researchers, the rise could be blamed on everything from missed financial benchmarks, to the conflict in Ukraine
All tagged Ransomware
New Tool Helps Users Decrypt Files Affected by Akira Ransomware
It’ll take a little bit of effort, but with the right files, this tool can help you get your files back
A Company was hit by Ransomware. This is what Happened when an Employee tried to Steal it.
Like something right out of a crime thriller
Russian Hacker Arrested in U.S. with Ties to LockBit Ransomware
The Russian hacker is facing up to 25 years in prison across all charges
Clop Ransomware Gang Lists First Round of Victims in Recent Attacks
Rather than a typical demand, the ransomware gang took an unusual approach to collect their ransomware payment.
U.S. Federal Agencies Affected by ‘One of Largest Theft and Extortion Attacks’
Victims of the attack include a number of NATO member countries
Ransomware Attackers are Targeting Backups to get you to Pay
Attackers are starting to target one of the strategies we use to not fall victim to an attack
Akira Ransomware is Dangerous and Attacking Several Industries
Akira has made headlines due to its extortion and leak site
Hiring Data Privacy Personnel in Schools is still a Major Problem
Though laws require it, many schools still don’t have a dedicated data privacy professional on staff
The 2 New Tools Developed by a Dangerous Ransomware Gang to Make Attacks more Efficient
The tools were developed to make attacks more efficient and reduce dwell time
Newly Discovered Security Threat Targets macOS Devices
Samples of ransomware encryptors were discovered that appear to target macOS devices
“Operation Cookie Monster” Takes Down Major Marketplace for Stolen Logins
The marketplace sold logins, cookies and browser fingerprints that were stolen from breached systems
Ransomware Gang claims Responsibility for Hack that Home Security Company Denies Happened
Ring denies a ransomware attack occurred, however they do acknowledge a third party vendor may have experienced an “event”
Largest School District in Arizona hit with Ransomware Attack
In an email from the district, the schools appear to be “fully functioning and students have access to the tools they need”
Hackers Getting Hacked: Over $130 Million in Potential Attacks Thwarted by FBI
The FBI was able to access over 300 decryptions keys, allowing would-be victims to avoid disaster
New Studies Suggest an Increase in Ransomware Victims Refusing to Pay
The studies suggest ransomware gangs could begin to target larger organizations
What is LockBit Ransomware – and How to Protect Against It
The ransomware operation known as LockBit is reportedly responsible for 40% of all ransomware attacks. But how do they do it?
Cybercriminals with a Conscience?
It’s rare, but in certain circumstances, even cybercriminals have a heart
5 Cybercrime Predictions for 2023
Here are the top cybercrime categories to watch in 2023, along with how to mitigate their risk
One of 2022’s “Most Impactful Ransomware Gangs” Named
The group made headlines by attacking the Los Angeles Unified School District, but targeted victims in many other sectors as well