Hackers Entice Employees in Ransomware Scheme
Threat actors are targeting employees to help them plant ransomware in exchange for a payout. It's time for a third-party security analysis. … Read more
Malware
Malware is any piece of software which is intentionally designed and written to intentionally damage devices like computers and servers, or to steal data. There are many types of malware on the market today including Trojan horses, ransomware, spyware, adware and more.
Phishing is the most common vector of placing malware on a person or business’ machine. Today’s social engineering makes it easier for hackers to appear legitimate, causing the untrained eye to click on a link that instantly downloads a virus. That virus then steals the data on the machine being used, and seeks a way to access the network, where it can gain access to other machines.
New Windows Zero-Day RCE Vulnerability Exploited
A new zero-day RCE vulnerability is being exploited in the wild. The bug in Windows allows attackers to craft a malicious ActiveX control. … Read more
Escalating Ransomware Attacks Are Preventable
Ransomware attacks in particular are on the rise worldwide.. Most successful attacks can be prevented with basic cybersecurity practices. … Read more
Members of Ransomware Gang Arrested in Ukraine
Ransomware gang C10p saw some members arrested in Ukraine this month. International collaboration is key to stopping cyber crime. … Read more
DOJ to Treat Ransomware Attacks Like Terrorism
The U.S. DOJ is taking a stance on ransomware attacks. A new memo states they will be treated as terror attacks. … Read more
Double-Encryption Ransomware a Rising Threat
Double-encryption ransomware forces victims to pay for two decryption keys. This allows hackers to double their gains in a single attack. … Read more
Apple Fails to Notify 128 Million Users of Malware
Apple failed to notify 128 million users during a 2015 breach. Notifying affected users of a breach is an imperative step in incident response. … Read more
Ransomware Isn’t Just a Healthcare Problem
Ransomware attacks affect more industries than healthcare. The Colonial Pipeline attack shows just how vulnerable our infrastructure is. … Read more
Ominous Silver Sparrow Infects Nearly 30,000 Macs
Apple's M1 processor is targeted by malware, but pros are stumped. Silver Sparrow doesn't act like other malware and doesn't have a payload. … Read more
Ransomware Targets VPNs in Healthcare Industry
The healthcare industry is often a target of ransomware attacks. In the COVID-19 era, these attacks have targeted VPN vulnerabilities. … Read more