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Ransomware attack on a computer

This devious malware uses Bond-inspired driver to kill security suites — then proceeds to systematically encrypt your data and drops a $2 million ransom request

By Sead Fadilpašić published

By dropping a vulnerable driver, the malware is able to install the encryptor.

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BlackMatter ransomware ceases operation due to police pressure

By Mayank Sharma published

BlackMatter has apparently notified its partners that it can’t stand pressure from law enforcement.

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Olympus has been hit with another major cyberattack

By Anthony Spadafora published

Olympus is currently investigating a cyberattack that forced the company to shut down its IT systems in North and South America.

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REvil is dominating the global ransomware scene

By Mayank Sharma published

REvil emerges as most prevalent ransomware gang in Q2 2021.

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Camera giant Olympus hit by ransomware attack

By Mayank Sharma published

Olympus says its EMEA systems are offline in response to a “cybersecurity incident.”

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