A ransomware group says it has stolen almost 200GB of data from Epic Games (updated)
The group has not posted any evidence supporting its claim
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LockBit ransomware group bounces back a week after law enforcement had disrupted hacking operation
LockBit claims sensitive details of Donald Trump's court cases prompted the operation
Ransomware operations made more than $1 billion in 2023
Ransom money: Despite significant changes in the evolving cybersecurity landscape, the ransomware threat continues to generate hundreds of millions of dollars every year. The most notorious "crews" exploit every avenue to maximize their returns, while victims are not as willing to pay the ransom as they were in the past few years.
Healthcare experienced more cyberattacks than any other sector in 2023
Putting patients' lives at risk can mean a more lucrative payout for cybercriminals
Sony leak reveals strong Steam sales for PlayStation exclusives ported to PC
Wolverine and Spider-Man may hit PC after a short period of exclusivity
Citrix Bleed vulnerability is now seeing mass exploitation by ransomware groups
Attacks are on the rise despite the availability of patches
US-led alliance of 40+ countries pledges not to pay ransomware criminals
"As long as there is money flowing to ransomware criminals, this is a problem that will continue to grow"
Ransomware incidents are on the rise as latest data reveals alarming trend
One out of five attacks in September 2023 was from a new ransomware operation
Ransomware group claims to have breached "all of Sony's networks" and is selling the data
The claims remain unverified
Military data compromised via fencing company's Windows 7 machine
A stronger perimeter might have helped
FBI shoots down Qakbot botnet used to deliver ransomware
A complex, multinational operation against the popular ransomware-spreading network
FBI investigates ransomware attack impacting healthcare facilities across multiple states
Hospitals remain the most popular target for ransomware attacks
Ransomware attack cripples Japan's largest port, threatens trade
The port's terminal system went NUTS for hours, and Toyota stopped shipping cars
The US government is offering $10 million for tips about Cl0p ransomware
"Do you know anything about this ransomware threat, fellow cybercriminals?"
International coalition issues security advisory against LockBit ransomware
One of the most prolific security threats is enjoying its "pax mafiosa" with the Kremlin
Hackers publish MSI private keys, enabling signed malware
Be extra careful when downloading MSI firmware updates and other software
Western Digital sends customers a personal data breach notification
WD's recent security incident could turn into a privacy nightmare
Ransomware attack disrupts city of Dallas services
One of the largest U.S. cities can no longer guarantee IT services
US Marshals' computer system remains out of commission 10 weeks after ransomware attack
The US Marshals Service claims the shutdown isn't affecting its ability to track down fugitives
Security experts are using malware's own code to protect potential victims
Researchers fight Gootloader malware with criminals' own tactics
This new SSD claims to have built-in AI-powered ransomware protection
The SSD promises to employ machine learning to monitor and prevent ransomware attacks
LockBit ransomware targeting Apple Silicon said to be in early development
Ransomware targeting Apple M1 doesn't work yet, but LockBit says it's in active development
MSI confirms cyberattack, doesn't say it was ransomware
The company now recommends getting firmware only from official sources
The Evolution of Ransomware: How Did We Get Here?
These days, not a month goes by that we hear about a new major ransomware attack. But how did we get to this point where our data and services could be held for ransom?
