Ransomware payment rates drop to new low – only 29% of victims are forking over cash

January 31, 2024 at 02:20PM Ransomware payments dropped to 29% in Q4 2023, down from 85% in 2019. Coveware attributes the decline to increased awareness and reluctance to trust data kidnappers due to high-profile incidents where payments led to nothing. A payment ban is discouraged, with reporting requirements and changing victim incentives seen as more … Read more

Ransomware protection deconstructed

January 15, 2024 at 03:55AM Rubrik has selected the top 12 must-see demos of their products, available on demand. The demos cover various aspects, such as reducing complexity, data protection, integrations, and handling data fragmentation. The increasing digital information creates risks, making Rubrik’s data protection management approach valuable. Access The 12 Days of Demos for … Read more

60 US credit unions offline after ransomware infects backend cloud outfit

December 1, 2023 at 07:10PM A ransomware attack on IT provider Ongoing Operations disrupted services for about 60 US credit unions. The National Credit Union Administration is addressing the issue with affected credit unions, assuring that member deposits are insured. The attack exploited the Citrix Bleed flaw, with ongoing recovery efforts. **Key Takeaways from Meeting … Read more