Security News

Ransomware 2.0: Cybercrime Gangs Apply APT-Style Tactics
2019-12-23 11:33

While run-of-the-mill ransomware attacks continue, some crypto-locking malware gangs are bringing more advanced hacking skills to bear against targets, seeking the maximum possible payout, says...

Analysis: The Latest Ransomware Targets
2019-12-20 09:48

The latest edition of the ISMG Security Report discusses the recent ransomware attacks on the city of New Orleans as well as other units of local government and schools. Also featured: discussion...

Maze Ransomware Operators Publish Victim Data Online
2019-12-19 08:37

As if having their data encrypted wasn’t bad enough, businesses that fell victim to Maze ransomware now face another threat: their data could become public. read more

Ransomware Risk Management: 11 Essential Steps
2019-12-18 21:48

Tips From a Cybersecurity Veteran on Winning the BattleIn this in-depth blog, a long-time cybersecurity specialist who recently joined the staff of Information Security Media Group sizes up...

Maze Ransomware Gang Dumps Purported Victim List
2019-12-17 12:48

Cybercrime Gang's 'Naming and Shaming' Ties to Pressure Victims Into PayingThe gang behind Maze ransomware has begun publicly identifying its victims and listing data that it exfiltrated from...

Ransomware-seized New Orleans declares state of emergency
2019-12-17 12:14

There are signs that the attackers used the particularly pernicious Ryuk strain of ransomware.

Ransomware Gangs Now Outing Victim Businesses That Don’t Pay Up
2019-12-17 02:21

As if the scourge of ransomware wasn't bad enough already: Several prominent purveyors of ransomware have signaled they plan to start publishing data stolen from victims who refuse to pay up. To...

N.J.’s Largest Hospital System Pays Up in Ransomware Attack
2019-12-16 16:33

The ransomware attack earlier this month led the hospital system to reschedule surgeries and appointments.

Ryuk Eyed as Culprit in New Orleans Ransomware Outbreak
2019-12-16 12:48

State of Emergency Declared by City; Employees Ordered to Power Down EverythingSuspicious code uploaded to VirusTotal points to Ryuk ransomware being used in a crypto-locking malware attack...

Large Hospital System Hit by Ransomware Attack
2019-12-14 20:39

New Jersey’s largest hospital system said Friday that a ransomware attack last week disrupted its computer network and that it paid a ransom to stop it. read more