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Malware, virus, Trojan and spyware protection and removal News
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April 15, 2021
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Apr'21
Applus inspection systems still down following malware attack
Applus Technologies said it stopped a malware attack two weeks ago, but systems are still down as eight states are forced to extend vehicle inspection dates.
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April 08, 2021
08
Apr'21
Cring ransomware attacking vulnerable Fortigate VPNs
A vulnerability impacting Fortinet's Fortigate VPN, first disclosed and patched in 2019, is being exploited by Cring ransomware operators to extort bitcoin from enterprises.
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March 30, 2021
30
Mar'21
Mysterious Hades ransomware striking 'big game' enterprises
CrowdStrike reported Hades is tied to Evil Corp, but Awake Labs discovered a possible connection to Hafnium, a Chinese nation-state group behind initial Exchange Server attacks.
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March 29, 2021
29
Mar'21
Ransomware negotiations: An inside look at the process
Ransomware negotiators are brought in to communicate with cybercriminals and hopefully arrange less expensive payments. How often do they succeed?
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attack vector
An attack vector is a path or means by which an attacker or hacker can gain access to a computer or network server in order to deliver a payload or malicious outcome. Continue Reading
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Advice on how to prepare for the CompTIA Security+ exam
The CompTIA Security+ certification is a smart starting point for cybersecurity career hopefuls. Learn how to prepare for the exam, what to expect post-certification and more. Continue Reading
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Sample CompTIA Security+ exam questions and answers
The CompTIA Security+ exam covers a wide swath of topics, from threats to compliance to architecture. Test what you know about malware with these sample test questions. Continue Reading
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Ransomware attack case study: Recovery can be painful
Even with full backups and no permanent data loss, recovering from ransomware can be expensive and painful, as evidenced in this ransomware attack case study. Continue Reading
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How can ransomware attack cloud storage?
A ransomware attack on cloud storage can have catastrophic effects. Cloud storage is still online, which means it is susceptible to some cyberattacks, so users must be careful. Continue Reading
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3 ransomware distribution methods popular with attackers
To prevent cyber attacks, understanding how they work is half the battle. Explore the most common ransomware distribution methods in this excerpt of 'Preventing Ransomware.' Continue Reading
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5 endpoint security best practices to keep company data safe
With an expanding company perimeter, it's time to implement these endpoint security best practices, from asset discovery to device profiling. Continue Reading
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5 key ransomware protection best practices to safeguard assets
With ransomware expected to cost companies billions, incorporate these ransomware prevention best practices to keep attackers away. Continue Reading
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Key SOC metrics and KPIs: How to define and use them
Enterprises struggle to get the most out of their security operation centers. Using the proper SOC metrics and KPIs can help. Learn how to define and benefit from them here. Continue Reading
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Technical controls to prevent business email compromise attacks
Technical controls are at the heart of preventing successful business email compromise attacks. Learn about those and extra considerations to keep your business secure. Continue Reading
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Healthcare security services firms tackle ransomware spike
As healthcare organizations face an onslaught of ransomware attacks, channel partners can assist with security initiatives such as zero-trust architectures to prevent breaches. Continue Reading
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Enterprise ransomware prevention measures to enact in 2021
Enterprises must shore up their ransomware prevention efforts by strengthening security awareness, adding email controls, and developing and testing incident response plans. Continue Reading