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Rhysida ransomware encryption can be beaten - here’s how
By Steve Ranger published
News A flaw in Rhysida ransomware allows files to be unlocked, and some companies may have been using it for a while
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US government offers $10 million reward in bid to track down Hive ransomware leaders
By Solomon Klappholz published
The hefty reward for information on the Hive ransomware group forms part of an ongoing effort to tackle cyber criminal operations globally
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Three channel partner considerations for tackling ransomware
By Candida Valois published
Industry Insight Channel partners can play a vital role in protecting customers from the growing threat of ransomware, but there's no one-size-fits-all approach
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The 'Big Three’ ransomware groups are losing their grip on the industry as gangs begin to fracture, study shows
By Solomon Klappholz published
News The ransomware landscape has become more diversified, with major players like LockBit losing ground to smaller, more dynamic collectives
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Southern Water falls victim to ransomware attack as threat actors escalate targeting of utilities
By Emma Woollacott last updated
News Southern Water said it’s working closely with relevant authorities to remediate the incident, which Black Basta claimed responsibility for
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Ransomware victims are being offered payment extension plans as groups ratchet up pressure
By Solomon Klappholz published
News Ransomware gangs like Medusa are adopting new strategies to increase the success-rate of its extortion efforts, including payment extension schemes
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UK finance firms faced a torrent of ransomware attacks in 2023 as threat actors ramped up activities
By Solomon Klappholz published
News New data reveals ransomware attacks on financial firms doubled in 2023, with experts noting consistent peaks and troughs over the course of the year
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Babuk Tortilla ransomware dealt major blow with release of new decryptor – here’s how victims can recover their data
By Solomon Klappholz published
News A decryptor for Babuk Tortilla ransomware has been released following a sting operation by Dutch police with the help of Cisco Talos, offering a vital lifeline for victims
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