Ransomware can grind your operations to a halt, hijack critical files, and leave you facing steep recovery bills. Rather than waiting for the worst to happen, put these six proven ransomware prevention strategies in place today to keep your business running and your data safe. 1. Run a Ransomware Readiness Assessment Kick things off with a thorough risk review: scan…
Introduction Ransomware attacks are rising fast as the technology emerges. A recent report says, “The ransomware landscape recorded 5,414 published attacks in 2024, representing an 11% increase compared to 2023.” Additionally in January 2025, “Russian hackers pose themselves as an IT staff to deploy ransomware in companies.”— news reported by The Times. We have just passed one month of 2025,…
BlackCat Ransomware, also known as Noberus or ALPHV, is a sophisticated ransomware operated by an Eastern European cyber crime group. This group is believed to have links to the now-defunct DarkSide and BlackMatter ransomware operations. Since its emergence in 2021, BlackCat has become one of the prominent and active players, characterised by its aggressive tactics and rapid evolution. BlackCat uses…
The beginning of Christmas week brings us joy and celebration. However, it’s also important to remember the heightened risk during this time of year. As we gear up to celebrate the festival with great enthusiasm and joy, cyber criminals also prepare to exploit distractions and naivety spiked during this season. The Christmas period presents a prime opportunity for cyber crimes…
Cyber vandalism represents a significant and deliberate threat intended to perform malicious actions predominantly targeting websites and technological systems. Yet, it extends its reach to individuals and institutions, often instilling fear and undermining trust. Perpetrators of cyber vandalism called ‘cyber vandals’ employ various tools and techniques to deface websites, delete critical files, hijack user accounts, or disseminate spam and malicious…
The Growing Threat of Cyber Attacks on Schools Cyberattacks are hitting schools harder than ever. Between 2016 and 2022, more than 1,600 cyber incidents struck U.S. public K-12 schools. More than 50 ransomware attacks are reported each year, and the fallout is growing. A recent case in New Haven shows how serious it can get—hackers stole $6 million by impersonating…
The rise of digital connectivity has brought immense benefits to society, but it has also introduced new and evolving cyber risks. Among the most destructive threats in recent years is ransomware, a type of attack that encrypts critical files and demands payment for their release. These attacks don’t discriminate—individuals, entrepreneurs, and large organizations alike have found themselves locked out of…
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