Ransomware

It didn’t quite pan out how he hoped. Imagine you’re a Security Analyst quietly working away at your job. It’s like any other Tuesday morning. You get a cup of tea (not coffee – this story takes place in Oxford, UK 😉) & settle in. Then the worst happens. A…

Ransomware is a modern implementation of monetary blackmail. Its threat has an annual impact of tens of millions of dollars which are extorted through its numerous variations. Vast scale use of Internet and availability of stronger cryptography favors the propagation and encryption power needed for successful ransomware attacks. Formally described…

Introduction to Ransomware Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts files on a computer or network, rendering them inaccessible until a ransom is paid. Ransomware is typically spread through phishing emails, malicious websites, or infected software downloads. …

A British man in his twenties is facing up to 77 years in prison for their part in the crime. There have been quite a few news reports recently of hackers & cyber criminals being caught by law enforcement. One of these concerns the last piece of the puzzle in…

Ransomware is becoming bespoke, and that could mean trouble for businesses and law enforcement investigators. It wasn’t always like this. For a few years now, ransomware operators have congregated around a relatively new model of crime called “Ransomware-as-a-Service.” In the Ransomware-as-a-Service model, or RaaS model, ransomware itself is not delivered…

In the event of a ransomware attack, swift and effective incident response is crucial. Here is a step-by-step list of best practices that should be followed, along with sources for additional reading: 1. Identification and Isolation Identify the infection early and isolate affected systems to prevent propagation of the ransomware…

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As we navigate the digital age, manufacturing systems, and their revenue-generating products continue to intertwine with cloud, mobile, and social apps. The Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) reports that cyberattacks frequently target the manufacturing industry. …

Ransomware, the main cyber threat for enterprises. "What on earth is ransomware, and why should I be concerned?" That was the question that popped into my mind while listening to Bloomberg En Linea’s podcast about its status in 2023. Curiosity got the best of me, so I delved deeper into…