Category: Ransomware

Read our articles on Ransomware to learn about this malicious software that locks data until a ransom is paid. Understand how to protect your systems and recover from attacks without giving in to demands.

September 02, 2020

Comprehensive Ransomware Protection for MSPs

Christian Kane

Ransomware protection begins with end-user education, perimeter protection, and antivirus software. However, if a victim falls prey to a social engineering attack, they’re essentially opening the door for ransomware to enter a network.

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August 17, 2020

What is Ransomware?

Annie Stroud

As a managed service provider (MSP), you know that ransomware attacks are increasing daily. More and more businesses are being crippled by the devastating effects of these attacks and they are showing no signs of slowing down.

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January 21, 2020

How Ransomware and HIPAA Compliance Intersect

Tobias Geisler Mesevage

Healthcare organizations are an attractive cyber target for ransomware attacks.

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October 18, 2018

Ransomware News: WannaCry Attack Costs NHS Over $100 Million

Chris Brunau

Over a year after the initial ransomware attack, WannaCry is still making headlines and causing residual damage.

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July 01, 2016

Ransomware Roundup: Bart, Cerber, and CryptXXX

Chris Brunau

Not one, but three new forms of ransomware are making headlines this week.

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April 13, 2016

Jigsaw Ransomware: Anything But A Game

Chris Brunau

“Your computer files have been encrypted. Your photos, videos, documents, etc… But don’t worry! I have not deleted them, yet.”

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March 11, 2016

Mac Ransomware: What You Need To Know

Chris Brunau

We all know the saying – ‘an apple a day keeps the doctor away’ – but that may no longer apply in the IT world.

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February 25, 2016

Locky, TeslaCrypt Among Latest Ransomware Threats

Chris Brunau

If it seems like there’s a new ransomware threat popping up every week, it’s not just you.

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