Tag: ransomware
There are so many different types of Bitcoin ransomware in circulation today that it is hard to find one that is unique. Shinigami Locker is not necessarily unique based on its features, but …
It was only a matter of time before cybercriminals started using stenography to hide malicious tools. A new ransomware variant, SyncCrypt, hides within JPEG image files. This method of distribution will …
Locky ransomware has proven to be a persistent form of malware continuing to make headlines regularly. We have now seen yet another major distribution campaign for Locky targeting computer users …
We have seen multiple iterations of crypto-ransomware over the past few months. In some cases, developers have employed images and logos related to existing law enforcement agencies. Such scare tactics often work …
Some versions of ransomware have a better shot at succeeding than others. RansomDemoN will likely not be a major success unless it can get people to click a button that will encrypt their files. Let’s …
Existing ransomware strains often see their fair share of updates along the way. Some developers would rather keep their existing creations alive rather than develop a new project from …
Most people will remember the NotPetya ransomware outbreak from a few weeks ago. One of the things that became immediately obvious was that most of the victims of this ransomware …
We have been witnessing some important breakthroughs in the fight against cybercrime. Ransomware attacks have been one of the biggest threats of the past few years, even though some reports might claim …
The Linux operating system is usually safe from most malware attacks. However, a new type of ransomware is shaking things up a bit. Erebus is a Linux ransomware variant which …
