Top news of the week: 14.10.2021.
Threats And Attacks
We analyzed 80 million ransomware samples – here’s what we learned
Leaders at organizations across the globe are witnessing the alarming rise of ransomware threats, leaving them with the sobering thought that an attack on their business may be not a matter ...
Microsoft Kills Bug Being Exploited in MysterySnail Espionage Campaign
Microsoft put out security fixes for 74 vulnerabilities, one of which is being actively exploited to deliver the new MysterySnail RAT to Windows servers.
Ex-NSA Hackers Score $20 Million To Defend Planes, Trains And Tanks From Cyber Sabotage
Shift5 warns America’s transport and weapons systems are vulnerable, claiming it has the best people in the world—former members of an elite NSA hacking unit—to protect them.
Ransomware attacks preparedness lagging, despite organizations being aware of the risks
Although companies are increasingly aware of the risks ransomware attacks pose, proper protection and preparedness are lagging.
The government’s response to cybersecurity threats is not enough
There are significant cybersecurity threats not addressed by the Government’s response, protection must be comprehensive.
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[Halloween Infographic] Scary Cyber Threats and Sweet Solutions
Do the words Zombiebots, Gh0st, Beast, and Creeper send shivers up your spine? This infographic offers sweet tools to protect against cyber threats.
VirusTotal Shares Data on Ransomware Activity
Google's online malware scanning service analyzed 80 million ransomware samples that were uploaded in the past year-and-a-half.
The Netherlands declares war on ransomware operations
The Dutch government will not tolerate ransomware attacks that could threaten national security, it will use intelligence or military services to curb them. The Dutch government announced ...