Unless you've been completely off the grid for the past few days, you've probably heard about the global havoc caused by the outbreak of the "WannaCry" ransomware variant. This one is particularly nasty, in that it includes some worm-like characteristics...
Tag: Ransomware
Best Practices, Security
Using File Sync & Share to Help Fight Ransomware
We’ve written a lot about security in general and ransomware in particular, because your security is a major concern to us - and we hope your own organization’s security is a major concern to you as well – and because...
Security
Beware of DOCM File Attachments
In a blog post dated August 17, FireEye is reporting a huge increase in “Locky” ransomware distribution via maliciously-crafted .DOCM email file attachments (macro-enabled Word files). The health care industry seems to be the hardest-hit in this campaign, and the...
Best Practices, Business Practices, Security
Beating Malware by Disrupting Command and Control
One of the key strategies in modern warfare is disrupting the enemy’s command & control infrastructure. It can also be an effective strategy in the ongoing war against malware. One of the first things that usually happens when a PC...