New and improved CryptXXX ransomware rakes in $45,000 in 3 weeks
Latest version fixes crypto flaws that allowed victims to recover data for free. Continue reading New and improved CryptXXX ransomware rakes in $45,000 in 3 weeks
Category Archives: crypto ransomware
Ransomware A Two-Year Nightmare in the Making
The last two years have seen an astounding growth in the number of people encountering ransomware. Continue reading Ransomware A Two-Year Nightmare in the Making
University pays almost $16,000 to recover crucial data held hostage
“The last thing we want to do is lose someone’s life’s work,” official says. Continue reading University pays almost $16,000 to recover crucial data held hostage
Protecting your PC from ransomware gets harder with EMET-evading exploit
Bad guys score a victory in their never-ending arms race with defenders. Continue reading Protecting your PC from ransomware gets harder with EMET-evading exploit
No more get-out-of-jail-free card for CryptXXX ransomware victims
Victims have few options for recovering data other than paying $500 fee. Continue reading No more get-out-of-jail-free card for CryptXXX ransomware victims
Petya ransomware decryption tool sets your files free
The Petya ransomware crooks weren’t very careful and it’s possible to crack the encryption with a few steps and a free online tool. Continue reading Petya ransomware decryption tool sets your files free
OK, panic—newly evolved ransomware is bad news for everyone
Crypto-ransomware has turned every network intrusion into a potential payday. Continue reading OK, panic—newly evolved ransomware is bad news for everyone
Maryland hospital: Ransomware success wasn’t IT department’s fault
MedStar denies ransom payment, denies earlier JBoss bugs played role. Continue reading Maryland hospital: Ransomware success wasn’t IT department’s fault
MedStar Slowly Restoring Services After Malware Attack
MedStar Health is the latest healthcare provider to fall victim to ransomware in escalating attacks targeting hospitals. Continue reading MedStar Slowly Restoring Services After Malware Attack
New ransomware installs in boot record, encrypts hard disk [Updated]
Petya performs fake CHKDSK, and instead encrypts the master file table on disk. Continue reading New ransomware installs in boot record, encrypts hard disk [Updated]