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Timeline of Ransomware Attacks in 2017 (so far): INFOGRAPHIC

July 12, 2017 admin AES-IN ransomware, Infographic, Jaff ransomware, Pertya ransomware, ransomware, ransomware infographic, Spora Ransomware, WannaCry Ransomware

Credit to Author: Rajib Singha| Date: Wed, 12 Jul 2017 06:47:29 +0000

Given the number of ransomware attacks we have witnessed so far, this year may well be dubbed as “The Year of the Ransomware”. And we have all reasons to expect more of these in the coming days. This infographic is a quick recap of the notable ransomware attacks that have…

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A technical analysis of the recent Petya ransomware attack

June 30, 2017 admin Petya ransomware, ransomware, Security, WannaCry Ransomware

Credit to Author: Quick Heal Security Labs| Date: Fri, 30 Jun 2017 11:54:55 +0000

Earlier this week, a new variant of Petya Ransomware was spotted which was creating havoc all over Europe as well as major parts of Asia including India. The major target for Petya has been Ukraine as its major banks and also the power services were hit by the attack. It’s…

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WannaCry ransomware recap: Some important facts you need to know

May 24, 2017 admin EternalBlue, ransomware, Security patch, WannaCry Ransomware

Credit to Author: Rajib Singha| Date: Wed, 24 May 2017 13:27:03 +0000

Ransomware is a malware that locks your computer making it inaccessible or it encrypts your data. It then demands you to pay a ransom for unlocking the computer or decrypting the data. This post talks about the file encrypting ransomware called WannaCry – the biggest ransomware attack in history! 1….

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PDF files with embedded docm files now deliver Jaff Ransomware

May 23, 2017 admin Jaff ransomware, Locky ransomware, Necurs botnet, ransomware, WannaCry Ransomware

Credit to Author: Threat Research Labs| Date: Tue, 23 May 2017 11:30:45 +0000

Adding to the havoc created by the recent outbreak of the WannaCry Ransomware is a new entry to the list of encrypting ransomware called ‘Jaff’. Reportedly, this variant has been created by the authors of the Locky ransomware. The source of this ransomware is the Necurs botnet which is using…

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