Ransomware

Illustration: Sarah Grillo/AxiosDespite the government's best efforts, squashing ransomware still remains one of U.S. cyber officials' toughest tasks.Driving the news: During public appearances at the…
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The Royal Ransomware group used Google Ads in one of their campaigns of attacks, according to a new report from Microsoft’s Security Threat Intelligence team. The ransomware – which emerged in…
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LockBit, the largest and most prolific ransomware group in the world this year, saw its activity plummet last month. Researchers with infosec consultancy GuidePoint Security say that during…
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HILLSDALE, Mich. — Schools in two Michigan counties have closed their doors following a ransomware incident that has now spanned multiple days.  In a Tuesday update, Jackson County Intermediate School…
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By Jill McKeon November 15, 2022 - Dual Russian and Canadian national Mikhail Vasiliev was charged for his alleged…
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After a string of successful ransomware attacks against high-profile targets in Australia, the country has decided to go on the offensive against threat actors.A press release published (opens in…
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Federal prosecutors on Thursday charged a dual Russian and Canadian national for his alleged participation in a…
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Ransomware in state and local governments is a significant threat to all branches and departments.In the very best case scenario: A government office is targeted by a successful ransomware attack.…
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In January 2021, following his third arrest by Simard, this time on behalf of the FBI for alleged ransomware crimes in the United States, Vachon-Desjardins was taken to the Hull detention facility in…
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