Tech Republic Security

JULY 23, 2020

Malicious attacks disguised as Microsoft Office files increased 176%, according to SonicWall's midyear threat report.

IoT 218

IoT Threat Reports Malware Ransomware 218

Tech Republic Security

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Ransomware remains the number one threat for most organisations. This report comprehensively examines the adversary’s ongoing innovation and evolution of tried-and-true TTPs like ransomware, business email compromise, zero-day threats, espionage, and more.

Threat Reports 101

Threat Reports Ransomware Government Software 101

Security Boulevard

MARCH 8, 2023

With victims from 23 countries, Lockbit continues to be the most prolific ransomware group in the early months of 2023, even as an 11% decrease in ransomware victims was reported in January. The post Lockbit Ransomware Dominant Even as Overall Attack Rates Fall appeared first on Security Boulevard.

Ransomware 133

Ransomware Threat Reports Security Awareness Malware 133

Webroot

AUGUST 10, 2022

When was the last time you secretly smiled when ransomware gangs had their bitcoin stolen, their malware servers shut down, or were forced to disband? Indeed, some of the most destructive and costly ransomware groups are now in their third incarnation. To learn more, go to: www.brightcloud.com.

Threat Reports 108

Threat Reports DNS Phishing Malware 108

The Hacker News

MARCH 17, 2025

The latest Palo Alto Networks Unit 42 Cloud Threat Report found that sensitive data is found in 66% of cloud storage buckets. This data is vulnerable to ransomware attacks. The SANS Institute recently reported that these attacks can be performed by abusing the cloud providers storage security controls and default settings.

Ransomware 108

Ransomware Threat Reports 108

We Live Security

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

What is behind the drop in ransomware and what should still be done for containing the ransomware scourge? The post Key findings from the latest ESET Threat Report – Week in security with Tony Anscombe appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Threat Reports 87

Threat Reports Ransomware 87

The State of Security

MARCH 25, 2021

Organisations hit by ransomware attacks are finding themselves paying out more than ever before, according to a new report from Palo Alto Networks. The post Average ransomware payouts shoot up 171% to over $300,000 appeared first on The State of Security.

Ransomware 121

Ransomware Threat Reports Cybercrime Malware 121

Security Affairs

JULY 7, 2022

US authorities have issued a joint advisory warning of North Korea-linked APTs using Maui ransomware in attacks against the Healthcare sector. Treasury Department issued a joint advisory that warn of North-Korea-linked threat actors using Maui ransomware in attacks aimed at organizations in the Healthcare sector.

Healthcare 138

Healthcare Ransomware Encryption Government 138

CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 18, 2021

SonicWall Cyber Threat report has confirmed that the year 2021 witnessed a record number of ransomware attacks in just 6 months, taking the number to 304.3 Coming to the ransomware spread statistics, SonicWall observed that June 2021 alone witnessed over 78.4 million ransomware attacks.

Ransomware 133

Ransomware Cryptocurrency Cyber threats Threat Reports 133

Security Affairs

JULY 23, 2022

DoJ seized $500,000 worth of Bitcoin from North Korea-linked threat actors who are behind the Maui ransomware. Department of Justice (DoJ) has seized $500,000 worth of Bitcoin from North Korean threat actors who used the Maui ransomware to target several organizations worldwide.

Ransomware 145

Ransomware Healthcare Cryptocurrency Encryption 145

Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

The FBI and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) have observed an increase in highly impactful ransomware attacks occurring on holidays and weekends—when offices are normally closed—in the United States as recently as the Fourth of July holiday in 2021.

Ransomware 114

Ransomware Threat Reports Cybersecurity Security Awareness 114

Tech Republic Security

MARCH 7, 2023

CrowdStrike’s new threat report sees a big increase in data theft activity, as attackers move away from ransomware and other malware attacks, as defense gets better, and the value of data increases. The post CrowdStrike: Attackers focusing on cloud exploits, data theft appeared first on TechRepublic.

Threat Reports 170

Threat Reports Ransomware Malware Cybersecurity 170

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 8, 2023

Thales 2023 Data Threat Report: Sovereignty, Transformation, and Global Challenges madhav Tue, 05/09/2023 - 05:30 Despite the economic and geopolitical instability in 2022, enterprises continued to invest in their operations and digital transformation. This article highlights the key findings of the report.

Threat Reports 87

Threat Reports Digital transformation Data breaches Encryption 87

Webroot

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

The ransomware attacks that make headlines and steer conversations among cybersecurity professionals usually involve major ransoms, huge corporations and notorious hacking groups. Kia Motors, Accenture, Acer, JBS…these companies were some of the largest to be compromised by ransomware in 2021.

Ransomware 126

Ransomware Small Business Backups Threat Reports 126

Webroot

JULY 8, 2021

Cybersecurity analysts are charting both a rise in ransomware incidents and in amounts cybercriminals are demanding from businesses to restore their data. Our latest threat report found the average ransomware payment peaked in September 2020 at more than $230 thousand. Lost productivity. Impact on client operations.

Ransomware 140

Ransomware Energy and Utilities Surveillance Insurance 140

Security Boulevard

AUGUST 22, 2022

2021 was a breakout year for ransomware, growing 105% and exceeding 623.3 million attacks, according to SonicWall’s 2022 Cyber Threat Report. The post How to be Ransomware Ready in Four Steps appeared first on Security Boulevard. For nearly all (90%) organizations affected by.

Ransomware 103

Ransomware Cyber threats Threat Reports Security Awareness 103

Security Boulevard

AUGUST 24, 2023

Nuspire’s latest threat report, which analyzes threat data from Q2 2023, reveals a jump in ransomware activity. In fact, the report identified a whopping 65% increase in activity from CL0P, an emerging player among the top ransomware groups.

Threat Reports 52

Threat Reports Ransomware Cyber threats 52

CSO Magazine

JUNE 30, 2021

The true cost of ransomware extends beyond the ransomware payment. As noted in our 2021 Threat Report , attacks have shifted as ransomware has become more targeted, better implemented and much more ruthless, with criminals specifically targeting higher value and weaker targets.

Ransomware 107

Ransomware Insurance Threat Reports 107

Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

More than 4 billion malware attempts were recorded globally so far in 2022, while year-to-date ransomware attempts have already exceeded full-year totals from four of the last five years. The post Malware, Ransomware, IoT Pose Major IT Security Challenges appeared first on Security Boulevard.

IoT 98

IoT Malware Ransomware Threat Reports 98

eSecurity Planet

JUNE 30, 2021

Virtual machines are becoming an increasingly popular avenue cybercriminals are taking to distribute their ransomware payloads onto compromised corporate networks. In order to avoid raising suspicions or triggering antivirus software , the ransomware payload will ‘hide’ within a VM while encrypting files on the host computer.”

Ransomware 122

Ransomware Backups Digital transformation Malware 122

Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Key Takeaways from the Thales Data Threat Report: EME Edition madhav Tue, 09/24/2024 - 05:23 Organizations in the Europe and Middle East (EME) region face significant challenges. The threat landscape is increasingly complex, regulatory requirements are becoming more stringent, and the economic environment remains uncertain.

Threat Reports 64

Threat Reports Technology Ransomware Digital transformation 64

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

The FBI and CISA issued a joint cybersecurity advisory to warn organizations to remain vigilant against ransomware attacks during weekends or holidays. The FBI and CISA warn organizations to keep high their defenses against ransomware attacks during weekends or holidays. ” reads the advisory published by CISA.

Ransomware 128

Ransomware Risk Encryption Passwords 128

Security Boulevard

JUNE 1, 2023

The post The rise and fall of ransomware: Insights from Avast’s Q1/2023 Threat Report appeared first on Security Boulevard.

Threat Reports 59

Threat Reports Ransomware Insurance Banking 59

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Key Takeaways from the Thales Data Threat Report: EME Edition madhav Tue, 09/24/2024 - 05:23 Organizations in the Europe and Middle East (EME) region face significant challenges. The threat landscape is increasingly complex, regulatory requirements are becoming more stringent, and the economic environment remains uncertain.

Threat Reports 62

Threat Reports Technology Ransomware Digital transformation 62

Dark Reading

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Attackers have doubled down on ransomware and phishing -- with some tweaks -- while deepfakes and disinformation will become more major threats in the future, according to a trio of threat reports.

Phishing 90

Phishing Ransomware Risk Threat Reports 90

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Navigating the Multicloud Maze: Insights from the Thales Data Threat Report, Healthcare Edition madhav Wed, 10/25/2023 - 04:39 In the ever-evolving landscape of data security, the healthcare industry stands at a critical juncture. However, delivering care in a connected world comes with new challenges.

Healthcare 71

Healthcare Threat Reports Encryption Ransomware 71

Identity IQ

AUGUST 10, 2021

Cloudstar, one of the title industry’s primary cloud providers, remains compromised after a recent ransomware attack disrupted its services. The Victim of a Ransomware Attack. In July, Cloudstar discovered it was the victim of a highly sophisticated ransomware attack. The Rise in Ransomware Attacks.

Ransomware 98

Ransomware Financial Services Insurance CISO 98

Security Affairs

MARCH 8, 2022

The US FBI warns that the Ragnar Locker ransomware gang has breached the networks of at least 52 organizations from multiple US critical infrastructure sectors. “RagnarLocker ransomware actors work as part of a ransomware family, frequently changing obfuscation techniques to avoid detection and prevention.”

Ransomware 105

Ransomware Financial Services Passwords VPN 105

Penetration Testing

DECEMBER 20, 2023

As 2023 winds down, ESET’s latest Threat Report for the second half of the year (H2 2023) reveals a complex tapestry of cybersecurity challenges.

Penetration Testing 90

Penetration Testing Ransomware Threat Reports Cybersecurity 90

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

Since the beginning of the year, security firms observed a new intense ransomware campaign spreading the Shade ransomware. Between January and February, a new, intense, ransomware campaign has been observed by many security firms. Trend of malicious JavaScript downloading Shade ransomware (source: ESET).

Ransomware 99

Ransomware Encryption Malware Advertising 99

CSO Magazine

APRIL 7, 2021

Ransomware has been a plague on networks and systems for several years. The Sophos 2021 Threat Report finds in the last quarter researchers reviewed, the average ransom payout is up 21%. But despite its longevity, its only getting more pervasive and difficult for security teams to mitigate.

Ransomware 98

Ransomware Threat Reports 98

CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 22, 2023

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) of UK has issued a warning to all law firms operating in Britain and European Union to step-up their security capabilities against ongoing ransomware attacks- some funded and propelled by adversaries. But was disclosed to the world by the hackers.

Ransomware 95

Ransomware Backups Threat Reports Software 95

Digital Shadows

JUNE 29, 2023

The ReliaQuest Annual Cyber-Threat Report 2023 covers major events in cybersecurity from the past year, including ransomware trends and most-active groups.

Threat Reports 52

Threat Reports Cyber threats Ransomware Cybersecurity 52

Digital Shadows

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Editors note: This report was authored by Kimberley Bromley, Hayden Evans, and Joseph Keyes. Today, were proud to present the ReliaQuest Annual Cyber-Threat Report: 2025. Now in its third year, this report offers a close look at the top cyber threats our customers faced throughout 2024.

Threat Reports 59

Threat Reports Cyber threats Phishing Social Engineering 59

Tech Republic Security

AUGUST 8, 2017

Security firm Kaspersky Lab's threat report for Q2 2017 noted that malware disguised as ransomware will likely be a big problem this year, along with attacks targeting energy companies.

Malware 113

Malware Threat Reports Ransomware 113

CSO Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2023

Ransomware is still a massive threat to organizations. These are among the findings of the Sophos’ 2023 Threat Report, which details how the cyberthreat landscape has changed due to an easier barrier of entry for criminal hopefuls. Today, cybercrime-as-a-service is a lucrative and growing business model among criminals.

Cybercrime 88

Cybercrime Ransomware Threat Reports Malware 88

Malwarebytes

JUNE 14, 2021

In what could be a called “shocking news” on Friday, BleepingComputer revealed that the gang behind the Avaddon ransomware shut down its operations after releasing more than 2,000 decryption keys to the technology news site. which came directly from the Avaddon ransomware group. Avaddon ransomware attack victims.

Ransomware 88

Ransomware Insurance DDOS Healthcare 88