The FBI released a FLASH alert in April 2022 concerning BlackCat Ransomware. Between November 2021 and March 2022, the ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) variant encrypted the networks of at least 60 entities worldwide. The FBI warned that the group behind the malware, also known as ALPHV, is highly experienced with ransomware variations and customarily requests ransom payment […]

Over the past 18 months, there have been a lot of headlines involving ransomware and other types of cyberattacks involving Microsoft Exchange Server environments. Last March, a single cyber espionage organization based in China was able to compromise more than 30,000 email systems within a short period of time. This sudden attack sweep prompted Microsoft […]

Because Microsoft Exchange is so often targeted by ransomware gangs and other malicious organizations, it’s critical to do everything possible to secure your Exchange environment. And for organizations that still host some or all their Exchange servers on-premises, it’s doubly important. Recommendations regarding the security of your Exchange systems aren’t much different than the advice […]

There is a definite cool factor concerning the use of honeypots to hunt down an elusive hacker. Deploying a honeypot or two across your network is like creating a spy network within your organization that works undercover to help take down the bad guys. But while a honeypot does have a place within an effective […]

We’ve all heard the adage “You can catch more flies with honey than vinegar.” The phrase dates back to 1666, where it appeared as an Italian proverb. However, the principle remains true today and even relates to cybersecurity. I’m talking about the ‘Honeypot,’ which is a tool utilized to lure hackers and cybercriminals to catch […]