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Posts tagged: Ransomware
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Ransomware Uses Extortion-Style Tactics
Posted January 12, 2017 in Ransomware, Malware, Data Breach
New ransomware variants mimic classic extortion schemes, demanding payment to unlock your files. Discover proven...
Best Cybersecurity Development for Hospitals in 2016
Posted December 28, 2016 in NIST, Ransomware, Malware, Data Breach
Despite a rough year for healthcare security, one major development gave hospitals better protection. Learn what...
2016 Hacking Trends Every Business Should Know
Posted December 27, 2016 in HIPAA, Ransomware, Malware, Data Breach
From ransomware surges to nation-state attacks, 2016 saw major shifts in cybercrime. Review the top hacking trends...
Healthcare Cyberattacks Doubled in 2016: Full Report
Posted December 26, 2016 in HIPAA, Ransomware, Malware, Data Breach
Healthcare cyberattacks surged in 2016 with major breaches nearly doubling. See the full breakdown and what medical...
Ransomware Dilemma: Would You Pay to Save Your Data?
Posted December 22, 2016 in Ransomware, Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, Data Breach
Like the Dark Knight ferry scene, ransomware forces impossible choices about your data. Explore the ethical and...
Locky Ransomware Evolves: New Egyptian-Themed Variants
Posted December 8, 2016 in Ransomware, Malware, Data Breach
Locky ransomware dropped Norse god names for Egyptian mythology in its latest evolution. Track how this dangerous...
Ransomware Shuts Down Hospitals: Patients Diverted
Posted December 6, 2016 in Ransomware, Data Breach, Malware
A ransomware attack forced three hospitals to cancel operations and divert patients. Learn what happened and the...
Ransomware Shuts Down 3 Hospitals: 3,000 Affected
Posted November 28, 2016 in Ransomware, Malware, Data Breach
Three hospitals canceled operations after ransomware encrypted their systems, impacting 3,000 patients. Learn what...
95% of Ransomware Bypasses Your Security Tools
Posted November 17, 2016 in Ransomware, Malware, Data Breach
A study found that 95% of ransomware bypasses traditional security measures. Discover why antivirus alone is not...
Hospital Cyberattack Forces Patient Diversions
Posted November 3, 2016 in Ransomware, Malware, Data Breach
A UK hospital diverted trauma patients and canceled surgeries after a devastating cyberattack. See how ransomware...
Healthcare Ransomware: Top IT Security Threats
Posted November 1, 2016 in Ransomware, Malware, HIPAA, Data Breach
CHIME study reveals ransomware and malware are the biggest fears for healthcare IT leaders. See what threats your...
Email Server Misconfiguration: 82% of Workplaces at Risk
Posted November 1, 2016 in Ransomware, Malware, Data Breach
A study of 10,000+ email servers found 82% are misconfigured, allowing spoofed emails through. Check if your...