‘Fake’ attacks on Ukraine add a new dimension to the ransomware fight
Old cyberattack techniques being deployed against targets in Ukraine should be of concern to tech leaders battling the ransomware threat.
Ransomware
Bigger and more business-savvy: How ransomware will evolve in 2022
Under pressure from law enforcement, ransomware groups are consolidating and shifting their aim towards corporate targets.
A nine-year-old Windows vulnerability is being targeted by ransomware hackers
Ransomware gang Malsmoke is using a nine-year-old vulnerability to infiltrate devices around the world, highlighting the importance of regular software patching.
Protecting the crown jewels: Cybersecurity resilience in the UK public sector
Back-ups, testing, awareness and culture are among the pillars of effective cybersecurity awareness, public sector tech leaders explain.
‘Ruthless’ Vice Society claims responsibility for Spar ransomware attack
Ransomware gang Vice Society has claimed responsibility for a hack on supermarket chain Spar. The group is a rising force in ransomware.
How ransomware gangs are exploiting the Log4J vulnerability
Hacking gangs have flocked to take advantage of the Log4J vulnerability, which has opened the door for more server-side attacks.
White Papers
Data stolen from Police National Database disappears from dark web
Data from police forces around the country was stolen in a supply chain attack. But now it has been removed from the dark web.
Emotet’s pre-Christmas return should put CISOs on high alert
The notorious botnet is back, and the criminals behind it could be ready to target businesses if they let their guard down over the holiday season.
The tide is turning against ransomware but the fight is not over yet
International co-operation between law enforcement agencies has led to arrests and shutdowns. But ransomware won't be eradicated without the help of 'safe haven' countries.
Partner content
Ransomware group BlackMatter is unlikely to be gone for good
The ransomware-as-a-service group has gone offline, but is likely to resurface under a new name. If it does return it may find customers are harder to come by.
Europol’s cross-border ransomware sting won’t be enough to deter cybercriminals
Twelve cybercriminals have been arrested as a coordinated push against ransomware gangs continues. This is welcome, but won't solve the problem, say experts.
Ransomcloud: How and why ransomware is targeting the cloud
Drawn to the wealth of data stored in the cloud, criminals are developing 'ransomcloud' malware that targets cloud services.
114 resultsShow more
