With evolving technologies and the fast-changing world, new cyber security challenges arise. Many of today’s cybersecurity problems still to be fixed, and certainly, there are some constants. Ransomware has been a major cybersecurity issue for years, but shows no signs of going away as cyber criminals continue to evolve their attacks. Unfortunately, a significant numbers […]
US Government looks at ways of limiting the impact of ransomware across the world. The White House has united dozens of nations and representatives from big tech companies for a two-day summit aimed at figuring out how to tackle the global ransomware problem. “When you look at government networks, as we know – Costa Rica; […]
The dark web, or darknet, is the part of the internet that is difficult to access without the proper tools and authorizations. An average, everyday web surfer using a commonly-available web browser like Chrome or Explorer isn’t likely to be taking a virtual walk on the dark side, but security leaders still must make an […]
Targets of ransomware rarely publicly acknowledge attacks. More openness would help everyone. Ransomware is one of the most significant cybersecurity issues we face, as cyber criminals hack into businesses, schools, hospitals, critical infrastructure and more, in order to encrypt files and demand a ransom payment for the decryption key. Despite warnings not to, many victims pay […]
Our mobile devices are now the keys to our communication, finances, and social lives, making them lucrative targets for cybercriminals. Whether you use a Google Android or Apple iOS smartphone, threat actors are constantly evolving their tactics to break into them. This includes everything from basic spam and malicious links sent over social media to malware […]
Malware Cyber Security Awareness: Managed Threat Protection Malware is a broad term for any type of malicious software designed to damage or exploit a device, service or network. Cyber criminals use malware to gain remote control over victims’ devices, spy on user activities, steal sensitive data they can leverage for financial gain, or use the […]
Keeping on top of cybersecurity risks is a constant challenge. Threats including phishing, malware and ransomware are continually evolving and adapting, as cyber criminals regularly find new, innovative ways to conduct malicious hacking campaigns, break into computer systems and find a way to stay there. Many companies are having difficulties keeping up with the technological world and threats that come with […]
Cyber attackers regularly exploit unpatched software vulnerabilities, but they continuously target security misconfigurations to gain initial access into victims systems. The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), FBI and NSA, as well as cybersecurity authorities from Canada, New Zealand, the Netherlands, and the UK, have created a to-do list for defenders in today’s heightened […]
If you suspect you’ve been hit with a ransomware attack, it’s important to act quickly. Fortunately, there are several steps you can take to give you the best possible chance of minimizing damage and quickly returning to business as usual. 9 Steps For Responding To A Ransomware Attack 1. Isolate The Infected Device: Ransomware that […]
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