Average Ransomware Ransoms Jump 130% While Use of Data Exfiltration Grows

Feb 8, 2022 6:25:24 PM By Stu Sjouwerman

With pressures by law enforcement on ransomware gangs in 2021, and more stringent security requirements by cyber insurers, cybercriminals are changing their tactics to ensure a payoff.

The Evolution and Future of Ransomware

Feb 8, 2022 1:04:46 PM By Javvad Malik

The history of ransomware spans over 30 years. The first specimen, known as the AIDS Trojan, was delivered via physical media using the postal system, and, upon its discovery, was quickly ...

U.K. Snack Manufacturer Expects Months of Delays After Ransomware Attack

Feb 3, 2022 3:15:47 PM By Stu Sjouwerman

Orders of top-selling snack brands from KP Snacks are on hold in the aftermath of a Conti ransomware attack that includes data theft of confidential information.

1 in 7 Ransomware Extortion Leaks Include Sensitive Operational Technology Details

Feb 2, 2022 3:51:37 PM By Stu Sjouwerman

New analysis of published data from ransomware attacks puts the spotlight on the potential that some of your most critical data stolen puts you materially at risk of another attack.

Ransomware Operators Try to Recruit Insiders

Jan 26, 2022 8:37:30 AM By Stu Sjouwerman

Sixty-five percent of organizations report that their employees have been contacted by ransomware attackers in an attempt to recruit insider threats, according to researchers at Pulse and ...

FBI: US Defense Industry Organizations Targeted with USB-Based Ransomware Attacks

Jan 21, 2022 8:24:40 AM By Stu Sjouwerman

Using mailed out “BadUSB” drives as the initial attack vector, cybercriminals are attempting to infiltrate sensitive networks and infect them with BlackMatter or REvil ransomware strains.

Ransomware Attacks are Growing in Number, But Not in Sophistication

Jan 20, 2022 9:26:01 AM By Stu Sjouwerman

As organizations work to protect against the relentless series of ransomware attacks that have plagued businesses large and small, the methods of attack seem to be leveling out.

Half of All Organizations Hit by Ransomware Experience Productivity Loss

Jan 20, 2022 9:25:55 AM By Stu Sjouwerman

According to new data, ransomware is expected to be a larger and more likely threat in the next year, making the impacts felt today very relevant as the impetus for improved cybersecurity.

[On-Demand Webinar] Nuclear Ransomware 3.0: We Thought It Was Bad and Then It Got Even Worse

Jan 14, 2022 8:27:37 AM By Stu Sjouwerman

We thought it was bad enough when traditional ransomware started to steal data in its second generation of evolution, now dubbed "double extortion". The third stage of ransomware is ...

Over 200 Ransomware Strains Detected in Last Part of 2021

Jan 12, 2022 9:37:15 AM By Stu Sjouwerman

With the news focused on just a few key ransomware strains, it’s understandable to think you’ll never be a target. But newly-released data shows who’s doing the attacking and who’s being ...

Ransomware Attacks Could Result in Higher Cybersecurity Stocks

Jan 7, 2022 8:23:08 AM By Stu Sjouwerman

Ransomware attacks have been dominant for hackers. And according to Investor's recent article, this means good news for cybersecurity stocks.

Hive Ransomware-as-a-Service Races to the Top as Affiliates Breach 350 Organizations in Just 4 Months

Jan 6, 2022 2:20:00 PM By Stu Sjouwerman

A mere blip on the ransomware radar a quarter ago, the massive onslaught of attacks using Hive Ransomware demonstrates how dangerous the “as-a-Service” model really is.

New “Karakurt” Threat Group is Gaining Attention Through Multiple and Frequent Extortion Attacks

Dec 30, 2021 3:58:33 PM By Stu Sjouwerman

A new warning from Accenture Security highlights this new cybercriminal group making waves that focuses on a "data breach and extortion” MO rather than relying on ransomware.

Conti Ransomware Affiliate Attacks Australian Utilities Giant's Corporate Network

Dec 29, 2021 11:01:00 AM By Stu Sjouwerman

While news reports indicate no impact to the utilities company’s ability to deliver electricity to its’ customers, this could be the start of attacks on critical infrastructure in ...

Canadian Government Urges Organizations to Take Additional Steps to Protect Against Ransomware Attacks

Dec 23, 2021 11:38:50 AM By Stu Sjouwerman

Citing upticks in attacks, Canada’s Centre for Cyber Security asks organizations to step up protective measures, offering guidance and a playbook to improve security.

Double Extortion Ransomware Attacks That Publish Victim Data Increase 935%

Dec 20, 2021 3:13:47 PM By Stu Sjouwerman

According to new data, the number of victim companies impacted by double extortion has jumped from 229 by the first half of 2020 to nearly 2400 by the first half of 2021.

Half of All Organizations Have Had Employees Approached to Aid in Ransomware Attacks

Dec 7, 2021 10:52:59 AM By Stu Sjouwerman

Partially due to the shift to working remotely, cybercriminals are finding some resemblance of success in getting internal assistance, begging the question of what to do about it.

FBI: Cyber Attacks Target Organizations Involved in Mergers and Acquisitions

Nov 25, 2021 8:55:55 AM By Stu Sjouwerman

A new notification from the FBI warns organizations of attacks at the perfect time when organizations are spending money, new people are being introduced, and operations are in flux.

Planning on Relaxing During the Holiday? Think Again – Ransomware Attacks May Have You Working Over a Holiday Break!

Nov 25, 2021 8:51:34 AM By Stu Sjouwerman

New data shows a majority of organizations experience ransomware attacks during holiday breaks, disrupting operations and your time away from work!

'Fake Ransomware' as a Form of Social Engineering

Nov 18, 2021 10:45:53 AM By Stu Sjouwerman

Attackers are exploiting a vulnerability in a WordPress plugin to deface several hundred websites with phony warnings of ransomware, the Record reports. Researchers at Sucuri found that ...

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