Ransomware
Ransomware news trending on Google
In a recent report by Check Point software technologies, it has been revealed that Microsoft’s AI-based chat platform, ChatGPT, has demonstrated the ability to generate ransomware, in addition to creating SEO-friendly content and codes. This discovery underscores the dual nature of Artificial Intelligence technology, as it can be both beneficial and risky depending on the […]
Ransomware makes two cities declare emergency
In a concerning turn of events, the impact of ransomware attacks has reached such an extent that two cities have been compelled to declare local emergencies due to the crippling effect on their government’s IT infrastructure. Langlade County in Wisconsin recently announced an official acknowledgment of its technology services facing catastrophic software failures caused by […]
Ransomware attack on Hayward City of California
Networked servers of the City of Hayward, California were hacked by a notorious ransomware gang demanding a double-digit figure in millions, only to be paid in cryptocurrency. Chuck Finnie, the Communications and Marketing Officer of Hayward City stated that the infiltration and information breach was detected in this week and assured to reveal more details […]
Warning Issued for ‘Big Head’ Ransomware Targeting Windows Operating System
Microsoft Windows Operating System users have been cautioned about the emergence of a new type of ransomware called ‘Big Head.’ Security analysts at Fortinet have discovered that this malware is being distributed online disguised as Windows security updates and Microsoft Word software. Additionally, cybersecurity firm Trend Micro reports that the hackers behind the ransomware are […]
Ransomware attacks on manufacturing sector proving successful
A recent survey conducted by cybersecurity firm Sophos reveals that ransomware groups targeting manufacturing sector servers have achieved a high success rate in encrypting data and extorting ransoms from their victims. The report titled “The State of Ransomware in Manufacturing and Production 2023” highlights that attacks on manufacturing firms have proven successful in 70% of […]
NCSC warns all British Law firms against ransomware attacks
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) of UK has issued a warning to all law firms operating in Britain and European Union to step-up their security capabilities against ongoing ransomware attacks- some funded and propelled by adversaries. Legal data or the information related to court cases now seems to have attracted the attention of cyber […]
How to Track Ransomware Attacks: A Comprehensive Guide
Ransomware attacks have become a growing concern in recent years, with cybercriminals targeting individuals, businesses, and even government organizations. The ability to track these attacks is crucial for mitigating their impact and ensuring appropriate response measures are taken. In this article, we will explore various strategies and techniques to effectively track ransomware attacks, enabling organizations […]
Ransomware news trending on Google
A Russian government affiliated ransomware spreading group has targeted the Indian Insurance Information Bureau (IIB) and encrypted the entire database and their demand is that they victim needs to pay $250,000 in bitcoins in exchange of a decryption key. The IIB of India issued a statement that around 30 servers were compromised in the incident […]
Trending Google news headlines on Ransomware, Penalties and Espionage
1.) AhnLab, a South Korean cybersecurity firm, has issued an alert about a ransomware attack on Microsoft SQL Servers that are being bombarded with Trigona Ransomware payloads meant to encrypt files after stealing data. Hackers induce the same ransomware via brute force or dictionary attacks, where hackers use easy-to-guess credentials to bypass logins. Trigona was […]
Ransomware hackers turn nasty by sharing intimate patient photos
This is unimaginable, but is taking place in practical, seriously! Russian ransomware gang BlackCat Ransomware group has targeted a hospital operating in Pennsylvania this time and are threatening to leak intimate photos of the patient, say their private parts, taken during a radiology or some kind of scan tests. Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN), Lackawanna […]
