HardBit ransomware wants insurance details to set the perfect price
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HardBit ransomware wants insurance details to set the perfect price

A ransomware threat called HardBit has moved to version 2.0 and its operators are trying to negotiate a ransom payment that would be covered by the … See all articles in Insights

Remote workers losing laptops are bigger threat to companies than hackers
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Remote workers losing laptops are bigger threat to companies than hackers

Laptops lost by remote workers returning to the office are a bigger financial threat to British industry than ransomware hackers, according to new figures. Data assembled by Cisco Systems shows that businesses were fined a total of £26m after employees mislaid their work-issued laptops and … See all articles in Insights

Where do business continuity plans fit in a ransomware attack?
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Where do business continuity plans fit in a ransomware attack?

Recovery isn’t the only priority when ransomware hits. Careful planning, training and coordination among IT teams are critical to maintain business … See all articles in Insights

Hospital ransomware attacks putting patients at risk
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Hospital ransomware attacks putting patients at risk

Ransomware attacks on hospitals are becoming increasingly more common, putting patients and health care providers in dangerous situations. NBC News’ Kevin Collier explains the consequences when hackers target these vulnerable populations. See all articles in Insights

Enterprise ransomware preparedness improving but still lacking
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Enterprise ransomware preparedness improving but still lacking

An Enterprise Strategy Group survey found enterprises are making strides in ransomware preparedness, but work remains to prevent and mitigate attacks. … See all articles in Insights

To better thwart ransomware attacks, startups must get cybersecurity basics right
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To better thwart ransomware attacks, startups must get cybersecurity basics right

The Department of Justice (DOJ) famously declared 2021 as the “worst year” for ransomware attacks, but it seems that title could be in 2022’s hands very soon. Despite some rare wins in the war against hackers over the past 12 months — from the government’s seizure of $2.3 million in bitcoin paid out … See all articles in Insights

How Penetration Testing can help prevent Ransomware Attacks
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How Penetration Testing can help prevent Ransomware Attacks

Penetration testing is an essential part of finding and recognizing possible critical vulnerabilities within your organization’s external network, … See all articles in Insights

Do You Have Adequate Ransomware Cyber Insurance Coverage?
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Do You Have Adequate Ransomware Cyber Insurance Coverage?

Peter VogelJurisdiction: All FederalType of Law: Communications, Media & InternetCriminal Law / Business CrimesInsurance Reinsurance & SuretySpecial … See all articles in Insights

Why email is still the number one threat vector
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Why email is still the number one threat vector

Companies across the world spend billions on cybersecurity, protecting their corporate networks from intrusion, hacking, malware, back-door … See all articles in Insights

Ransomware preparation and response: Develop a cyber kill chain
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Ransomware preparation and response: Develop a cyber kill chain

Emerging risks in the advent of hybrid/remote work, the proliferation of ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) and talent shortages in every area of IT are testing the limitations of CISOs (chief information security officers) and CROs (chief risk officers) as never before. Having a frequently monitored … See all articles in Insights