Ransomware Attacks are Growing in Number, But Not in Sophistication

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.

January 20, 2022 Stu Sjouwerman

Half of All Organizations Hit by Ransomware Experience Productivity Loss

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.

January 14, 2022 Stu Sjouwerman

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

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 ...

January 12, 2022 Stu Sjouwerman

Over 200 Ransomware Strains Detected in Last Part of 2021

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 ...

January 7, 2022 Stu Sjouwerman

Ransomware Attacks Could Result in Higher Cybersecurity Stocks

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

January 6, 2022 Stu Sjouwerman

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

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.

December 30, 2021 Stu Sjouwerman

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

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.

December 29, 2021 Stu Sjouwerman

Conti Ransomware Affiliate Attacks Australian Utilities Giant's Corporate Network

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 ...

December 23, 2021 Stu Sjouwerman

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

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.

December 20, 2021 Stu Sjouwerman

Double Extortion Ransomware Attacks That Publish Victim Data Increase 935%

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.

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