Aug 10, 2016 3 min read Aug 10, 2016 Malware Lab The alarming state of computer security in healthcare Life support machines can be the difference between life and death. But did you know they can also be an easy access point for hackers to access hospital networks and steal private patient information?
Jul 20, 2016 2 min read Jul 20, 2016 Ransomware Free decryption keys for CryptXXX Ransomware BleepingComputer has long been working on helping users effected by CryptXXX Ransomware. This week, they published an article uncovering a bug on the CryptXXX ransomware’s payment server where victims are logging in and receiving their decryption key for free.
Jul 12, 2016 3 min read Jul 12, 2016 Malware Lab Pokemon GO: giving hackers direct access to your phone Pokemon Go has taken over cities worldwide, but has it also given hackers access to take over your phone?
Jul 7, 2016 7 min read Jul 7, 2016 Malware Lab The malware landscape has shifted – These online threats are waiting for you in 2016 Cybercrime has not been deterred by modern security methods. With data being held for ransom and banking fraud running rampant, individual users are at a greater risk than ever.
Jun 29, 2016 5 min read Jun 29, 2016 Enterprise Security Ransomware Apocalypse: Ransomware which targets companies through insecure RDP New ransomware threats appear almost daily. This week the Emsisoft Team took a look at a new ransomware family which reared it's ugly head around two months ago and began hurling abuse at our staff. Meet Apocalypse, learn how it works and how you can protect your data.
Jun 17, 2016 2 min read Jun 17, 2016 Malware Lab Video: Emsisoft Anti-Malware vs. PUPs PUPs. The great minds at Emsisoft have not only researched this topic quite intensely in our latest blogpost, we also set up a video for you to review step by step how our Emsisoft Anti-Malware software can protect you from nasty PUPs. So you can now actually sit back and watch some awesome ideas how to get rid of nasty PUPs.
Jun 15, 2016 3 min read Jun 15, 2016 Ransomware RAA, a new Ransomware variant using only JavaScript While JavaScript ransomware is not a new threat, the Emsisoft team recently encountered a new ransomware variant known as RAA. Known to encrypt personal files it also goes one step further by dropping Pony malware, a known stealer of private data.
May 16, 2016 6 min read May 16, 2016 Enterprise Security Ransomware The big ‘R’: Ransomware. Why businesses and institutions are at risk and what to do about it There is one reoccuring topic within the industry which eventually makes it into the news: Ransomware. Data blackmail is an easy way for criminal hackers to make money – with businesses being an easy target. Supermarkets, Wholesale, Petrol Stations – even hospitals are endangered and need to take the precaution of being prepared. At Emsisoft, we take this global threat more than serious – for years. What happens if ransomware happens, how it happens and what to do before and after – we’ve taken a deeper look in behind the scenes of cyber criminality nowadays and offer solutions and advice.
May 16, 2016 2 min read May 16, 2016 Decryptors Ransomware Stay one step ahead of ransomware – Emsisoft’s Decrypter page Ransomware attacks are all about time. Time you do not have because in this case, time is money. The victims have only one choice: Pay or lose. Or ask Emsisoft. We care about your data which is why we offer a page where we provide free decrypters for various ransomware. Check out our latest solutions for current ransomware here!
May 2, 2016 4 min read May 2, 2016 Malware Lab Three misconceptions surrounding firewalls There's a common misconception that having a firewall installed is enough to protect your computer from hackers. In the old days, this might have been the case. However, nowadays, a firewall on its own will not give the average user enough protection from modern malware. Even if you have a good firewall installed, it is entirely possible for malware to be alive and well on your computer! Learn more about why it could be dangerous to assume a firewall will protect you.
