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Why Your Small Business Is a Hacker Target
Posted May 30, 2017 in Ransomware, Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, Malware, Data Breach
Small businesses are prime targets for ransomware and cyberattacks. Learn why hackers prefer smaller companies and...
North Korea Linked to WannaCry Ransomware Attack
Posted May 24, 2017 in Ransomware, Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, Malware, Data Breach
Symantec found strong evidence linking North Korean hackers to the global WannaCry ransomware attack. See the...
16 Hospitals Hit in Massive Ransomware Attack
Posted May 12, 2017 in Ransomware, Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, Malware, HIPAA
Sixteen hospitals diverted patients after ransomware encrypted critical systems. Learn how healthcare organizations...
Healthcare Hacking Surge: 2017 Threat Report
Posted May 10, 2017 in Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, Digital Forensics, HIPAA, Ransomware, Data Breach
Black hat hackers are increasingly targeting the entire healthcare industry, not just hospitals. See the latest...
Locky Ransomware: Are You Ready for the Attack?
Posted May 8, 2017 in Ransomware, Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, Malware, HIPAA, Data Breach
Locky ransomware forced a hospital to pay $17K in Bitcoin. This devastating strain could land in your inbox next....
Cryptojacking: Is Your Computer Mining Bitcoin?
Posted May 4, 2017 in Blockchain, Ransomware, Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, Data Breach
Hackers are secretly turning computers into Bitcoin mining machines without owners knowing. Discover how...
Can Blockchain Stop Ransomware in Healthcare?
Posted March 8, 2017 in Blockchain, Ransomware, Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, HIPAA, Data Breach
IEEE and PCHA explored blockchain as a defense against healthcare ransomware at HIMSS17. Discover how blockchain...
Student Faces 10 Years for Keylogger Attack
Posted January 16, 2017 in Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, Malware, Data Breach
A college student used keylogger malware to steal credentials and change grades. Learn how this cyberattack unfolded...
Ransomware Dilemma: Would You Pay to Save Your Data?
Posted December 22, 2016 in Ransomware, Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, Data Breach
Like the Dark Knight ferry scene, ransomware forces impossible choices about your data. Explore the ethical and...
New World Hackers Exposed: Who Attacked Trump and the BBC
Posted December 8, 2016 in Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, Malware, Data Breach
The New World Hackers claimed dozens of members but were actually just three people. Meet the young hackers behind...
Ransomware Costs Are Skyrocketing: What to Know
Posted June 9, 2016 in Ransomware, Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, Malware, Data Breach
Ransomware demands have increased dramatically as attacks surge worldwide. Learn why costs keep rising and how to...
Jigsaw Ransomware: The Threat That Deletes Files
Posted April 26, 2016 in Ransomware, Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, Malware, Data Breach
Jigsaw ransomware progressively deletes your files hour by hour until you pay. Understand this terrifying threat and...