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Triple Extortion and Erased Data are the New Ransomware Norm

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The old days of “honest” ransomware gangs are long gone. In the past, ransomware groups pressured each other to honor file decryption promises after the ransom was paid. However, their motives were far from altruistic. They thought victims would be less willing to pay if word got out that their files would never be recovered. […]

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Ransomware attacks skyrocket as threat actors double down on U.S., global attacks

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New studies by NCC Group and Barracuda Networks show threat actors are increasing ransomware exploits, with consumer goods and services receiving the brunt of attacks and a large percentage of victims being hit multiple times.
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X-Force Prevents Zero Day from Going Anywhere

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This blog was made possible through contributions from Fred Chidsey and Joseph Lozowski. The X-Force Vulnerability and Exploit Database shows that the number of zero days being released each year is on the rise, but X-Force has observed that only a few of these zero days are rapidly adopted by cyber criminals each year. While […]

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Backdoor Deployment and Ransomware: Top Threats Identified in X-Force Threat Intelligence Index 2023

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Deployment of backdoors was the number one action on objective taken by threat actors last year, according to the 2023 IBM Security X-Force Threat Intelligence Index — a comprehensive analysis of our research data collected throughout the year. Backdoor access is now among the hottest commodities on the dark web and can sell for thousands […]

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How Falling Crypto Prices Impacted Cyber Crime

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Some rare good news in the world of cyber crime trends: Certain crimes declined in 2022 after years of constant rises. Should we credit crypto? Some estimates say that cryptocurrencies have lost $2 trillion in value since November 2021. During that time, the costs associated with cyber crimes, such as ransomware payouts and financial scams, […]

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Ransomware attacks are decreasing, but companies remain vulnerable

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Only 25% of the organizations surveyed by Delinea were hit by ransomware attacks in 2022, but fewer companies are taking proactive steps to prevent such attacks.
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The 13 Costliest Cyberattacks of 2022: Looking Back

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2022 has shaped up to be a pricey year for victims of cyberattacks. Cyberattacks continue to target critical infrastructures such as health systems, small government agencies and educational institutions. Ransomware remains a popular attack method for large and small targets alike. While organizations may choose not to disclose the costs associated with a cyberattack, the […]

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The Most Prolific Ransomware Gangs of 2022

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As we look forward to 2023, we can find many ransomware lessons in looking back at 2022. The year brought us numerous attacks by many of the same gangs we’ve watched for years, as well as some newcomers. Many ransomware gangs operate like businesses, with their own marketing departments and user documentation. With the advent […]

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5 Holiday Cybersecurity Tips That Make A Real Impact

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Tired of cybersecurity tips that don’t really make an impact? This post is for you.   The year is winding down to an end. Everyone, including security teams, is busy and preoccupied. Cyber actors know this and are gearing up to launch attacks. Over the holiday season, the global number of attempted ransomware attacks has increased […]

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Recognize the commonalities in ransomware attacks to avoid them

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Learn how your organization can use the MITRE ATT&CK framework to prevent data breaches, fines, and the loss of clients and customers induced by ransomware threats.
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