A Brief History of Ransomware Evolution

A Brief History of Ransomware Evolution

Wondering where the scourge of ransomware attacks currently stands? In a recent report titled Ransomware: The True Cost to Business, we noted that ransomware attacks occur about every 11 seconds. That rate ...
Ransomware Gangs and the Name Game Distraction

Ransomware Gangs and the Name Game Distraction

It's nice when ransomware gangs have their bitcoin stolen, malware servers shut down, or are otherwise forced to disband. We hang on to these occasional victories because history tells us that most ...
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Disrupting Ransomware with Advanced File System Techniques

Technology is becoming more effective at early ransomware detection. Solutions can often automatically shut down attacks and minimize the damage. It is reasonable to conclude, however, that there is no truly impenetrable ...
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Ransomware Victims That Pay Up Could Incur Steep Fines from Uncle Sam

Ransomware Victims That Pay Up Could Incur Steep Fines from Uncle Sam

Companies victimized by ransomware and firms that facilitate negotiations with ransomware extortionists could face steep fines from the U.S. federal government if the crooks who profit from the attack are already under ...

Nice filesystem you’ve got there…

"Nice filesystem you've got there.  Be a shame if anything... happened to it.  Know what I mean?"It's a stock phrase used by thugs in extortion rackets in countless movies, TV shows, and ...