It’s no secret that the sums demanded by ransomware extortionists have become more outrageous over the last three years. Ransomware started out as a crime against home users, with ransoms i
There’s a perceived notion that Linux is more secure than Windows when it comes to ransomware and other types of malware. But “safer by default” doesn’t mean safe out of the box. You
Though Windows has by far been the most popular target, ransomware is steadily on the rise while spreading to additional platforms. Likelihood of Attack by OS A recent Statista study shows th
For several years, defenders and law enforcement have gone to great pains to warn people that ransomware is a global problem. While the organizers of many of the largest cybercriminal ransomw
Ransomware has grown into a category unto itself, and the variety will only continue growing. Let’s look at some common strains and how to deal with them. The Most Common Variants Encryptor
Using the threat of distributed-denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks to pressure victims into paying ransoms appears to be back on the menu for ransomware attackers, new evidence suggests. Accord
Ransomware gangs are doing something right now that is standard procedure for most businesses: expanding their customer base. These aren’t willing customers, however–ransomware organizati
Are ransomware groups willing to negotiate with victims on reduced fees? In the case of AvosLocker, the answer seems to be yes. BleepingComputer recently linked to a joint cybersecurity advis
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