Posts Tagged ‘ransomware’
How Do Cybercriminals Makes Money?
Cybercriminals are making lots of money from the damage they’ve been doing to your network. The money a ransomware operation travels all over the dark web. Major cybercrime gangs that claim responsibility for most ransomware attacks aren’t the only players that get paid generously. Ransomware money also trickles down to a community of affiliates, specialists,…
Read MoreRANSOMWARE 101… What You Need To Know
What is Ransomware? According to I.T. experts, ransomware is described as the “kidnapper” in the World Wide Web. Ransomware commonly comes in the form of malicious software or attachments that encrypt documents, data, or files. The goal of these attacks is more complex than just stealing your data and credentials. Additionally, they want to hold…
Read MoreThe Players of Ransomware
In cybercrime today, ransomware is the star of the show. A complex web of influences and an unexpected wealth of opportunity has given cybercriminals a golden ticket to profit from ransomware attacks – and they’re using this to their advantage. Meet the Players: Crypto Ransomware : Crypto ransomware encrypts data, like files on a…
Read MoreThe Impact of Ransomware
For vulnerable companies who have their guards down, it is no secret that cybercriminals can and will find a gateway to cause damage. In most modern-day cyberattacks, the culprit is none other than ransomware. Ransomware is the star of today’s cybersecurity show. Major destruction can begin with little action, such as when an employee clicks links in phishing…
Read MoreHOW TO… Recommended steps after a Ransomware attack
As we all know, hackers and other cybercriminals are becoming wiser and have lots of tricks that make unprotected people fall victim. In our previous article, we have shared with you the description of ransomware. With that, Ransomware is a type of cyber threat wherein the hacker will ask for money in exchange for…
Read MoreWhat you need to know about RANSOMWARE
Ransomware? What is it and why you should be aware of it? To those “techy” people, they can simply describe Ransomware as the “menace” in the world of computers, a “villain” in the group of superheroes, or an “illness” that can overtake a healthy body. In these simple terms, I am sure you’re able…
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