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Why Do Ransomware Gangs Keep Coming Back From the Dead? | #malware | #ransomware | #cybersecurity | #hacker
Ransomware gangs are major players in the cybersecurity space, especially in recent years. ZDNet reported that ransomware gangs increased their payments by over 311% from 2019 to 2020, with totals for all groups exceeding $350 million in 2020. Ransoms continued rising in 2021. Unit 42, a threat research team at……
People who had 2021 HSE data stolen yet to be informed | #malware | #ransomware | #cybersecurity | #hacker
People who had their data stolen in last year’s cyber attack on the Health Service Executive have yet to be informed. The HSE was targeted by a major ransomware attack in May 2021 that caused widespread disruption and saw information held on HSE computer systems illegally accessed and copied. The……
OnPoint Community Credit Union releases updated eBook to help guard against evolving tactics in cybercrime | #malware | #ransomware | #cybersecurity | #hacker
From ransomware-for-hire to smishing attacks, OnPoint provides guidance on protecting against the newest cybersecurity threats. PORTLAND, Ore., Oct. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — OnPoint Community Credit Union today released its 2022 “The OnPoint Guide to Personal Cybersecurity” eBook to help consumers and businesses protect themselves amidst a fast-evolving cybercrime landscape. In……
Update your Chrome browser, says CERT-In | #macos | #macsecurity | #cybersecurity | #hacker
The government of India has warned Google Chrome users and suggested to update the browser immediately. The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team, or as it is called CERT-IN has detected several loopholes in Google Chrome’s desktop version. Formed by Indian Department of Information Technology in 2004, CERT-In stands for the……
Over 70% of Taiwan businesses report ransomware attacks in supply chain | Taiwan News | #malware | #ransomware | #cybersecurity | #hacker
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Over 70% of Taiwanese businesses said they have experienced ransomware attacks in their supply chains, a proportion higher than the global average. That is according to a survey conducted by Sapio Research and commissioned by Trend Micro, a multinational cyber security software company. A……
Best Smartphones under $200 in 2022 | #android | #security | #cybersecurity | #hacker
The best smartphones under $200 combine some of the most important features that are not available on more expensive phones with a mix of contemporary features. There are phones with 6.5-inch screens, several cameras, a headphone port, and expandable storage space via a microSD card slot. Although it seems logical……
September Update Live For Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 4 & Flip 4 | #android | #security | #cybersecurity | #hacker
Samsung has released the September 2022 Android security patch for the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4. The latest Galaxy foldables are a little late to the party as most other Galaxy devices have already received the September update. Some have even made the jump to the……
Nokia X20 & Nokia X10 receiving new Android 12 builds, Nokia 8.3 gets September Security update | #android | #security | #cybersecurity | #hacker
Nokia 8.3 5G, Nokia X20 5G and Nokia X10 5G are receiving September Security update now. Nokia X20 and Nokia X10 5G are also receiving new Android 12 builds with September security patches. Check below for the update sizes, list of markets and the update changelog for Nokia 8.3 5G,……
New tactics and the big picture. The Week in Ransomware – Monday, Oct 3, 2022 | #malware | #ransomware | #cybersecurity | #hacker
Getting the “big picture” – an interactive map of ransomware attacks We get used to reading statistics about growth in ransomware, but as has been said many times, a picture is worth a thousand words. Comparitech, which describes itself as a “pro-consumer” research company has created a world-wide map of……