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Black Hat insights: Getting bombarded by multiple ransomware attacks has become commonplace

The Last Watchdog

The top ransomware gangs have become so relentless that it’s not unusual for two or more of them to attack the same company within a few days – or even a few hours. Related: How ‘IABs’ foster ransomware. Thus, some of the victim company’s assets got triple encrypted.

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RedEnergy Stealer-as-a-Ransomware employed in attacks in the wild

Security Affairs

RedEnergy is a sophisticated stealer-as-a-ransomware that was employed in attacks targeting energy utilities, oil, gas, telecom, and machinery sectors. Zscaler ThreatLabz researchers discovered a new Stealer-as-a-Ransomware named RedEnergy used in attacks against energy utilities, oil, gas, telecom, and machinery sectors.

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Watch out, ransomware attack risk increases on holidays and weekends, FBI and CISA

Security Affairs

The FBI and CISA issued a joint cybersecurity advisory to warn organizations to remain vigilant against ransomware attacks during weekends or holidays. The FBI and CISA warn organizations to keep high their defenses against ransomware attacks during weekends or holidays. ” reads the advisory published by CISA.

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SamSam Ransomware operators earned more than US$5.9 Million since late 2015

Security Affairs

The security experts from Sophos have published a report on the multimillion-dollar black market business for crooks, they analyzed the SamSam ransomware case as a case study. significantly large amount compared to most ransomware families.” “ SamSam ransomware payments. Million since late 2015.

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What is the NIS2 Directive and How Does It Affect You?

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

Malware and ransomware have become the leading sources of increased security attacks , because of their effectiveness in delivering big pay-outs with relatively low cost. The use of cryptography and encryption. NIS2 Technical and Organisational Measures Focus Area Case Study. Why Cryptography and Encryption?

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RSA Conference 2023: Meet Thales Where the World Talks Security!

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

Be in control of your encryption keys and their location, and how to control access to your sensitive data and digital services to comply with emerging data sovereignty requirements. Ransomware remains a hot topic, so don’t miss ‘Ransomware - Catch’em before they Wreak Havoc!’,

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Elearning Staff Awareness Course Overview: Ransomware

IT Governance

Damian recently updated our Ransomware Staff Awareness E-learning Course – a 30-minute, non-technical course that’s suitable for all staff. Over Q4 2023, our research found that 25% of all incidents involved ransomware. There really are two key areas: What ransomware is, and the threat it poses.