Month: June 2021

Ransomware costs: here’s where the damage happens

For organized gangs and amateur criminals alike, ransomware offers a quick way to make money. And especially with the proliferation of ransomware-as-a-service on the dark web, it doesn’t take a tech genius to get an attack off the ground.  For the businesses targeted, a ransomware attack means a big dent in company finances – and …

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2021 cybersecurity predictions: Why cyber is a future-proof career

In 2020, not only was there no shortage of damaging, heavily publicized security breaches, more people were forced to do more over the internet than ever before – expanding the attack surface. Cybercriminals tactics are always changing and growing in sophistication, promising the threat landscape in 2021 will bring all new challenges. It’s no surprise, …

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Ransomware Attacks and Types – How Encryption Trojans Differ

What is ransomware? Ransomware is a type of malware (malicious software) used by cybercriminals. If a computer or network has been infected with ransomware, the ransomware blocksaccess to the system or encrypts its data. Cybercriminals demand ransom money from their victims in exchange for releasing the data. In order to protect against ransomware infection, a watchful eye and security software are recommended. Victims of malware attacks have …

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