Ransomware attacks now target unpatched WS_FTP servers

October 12, 2023 at 03:16PM Unpatched WS_FTP servers exposed to the internet are being targeted by ransomware attacks. The Reichsadler Cybercrime Group attempted to deploy ransomware on these servers using a stolen LockBit 3.0 builder. Although some servers have not been patched, the attempt to encrypt data was unsuccessful, although a $500 ransom demand was … Read more

Building cyber resilience with data vaults

October 12, 2023 at 09:57AM Danish hosting subsidiaries CloudNordic and AzeroCloud experienced a serious ransomware attack in August 2023, resulting in complete encryption wipe-out and the loss of all customer data. The incident highlights the need for more effective backup and data resilience strategies to protect against ransomware attacks. Zerto offers a solution with continuous … Read more

Simpson Manufacturing shuts down IT systems after cyberattack

October 11, 2023 at 09:59AM Simpson Manufacturing, a leading American building and structural materials producer, disclosed a cybersecurity incident via an SEC filing. The company detected IT problems and application outages caused by a cyberattack, leading them to take impacted systems offline. The disruption in business operations is expected to continue as remediation efforts are … Read more