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How to get rid of ransomware: No More Ransom campaign aims to set you free
Joint project between industry and law enforcement aims to fight cybercrime.
Jason Murdock Nov 02, 2016
'Major' computer virus attack forces three NHS hospitals to cancel patient operations
Staff have been forced to fall back on a paper-based filing system.
Jason Murdock Nov 01, 2016
Top 5 cyberthreats that everybody needs to be aware of
IBTimes UK talks to security researchers, ex-FBI and ex-NSA cyber experts to find out about deadly threats in cyberspace.
India Ashok Oct 29, 2016
China's 400,000 cybercriminals are costing the nation an estimated $15bn a year
China's increasing dependence on mobile payment may be making it an attractive target for hackers.
India Ashok Sep 29, 2016
MarsJoke ransomware targets US government organisations, gives victims 96 hours to pay up before deleting files
The ransomware was detected as being distributed via the Kelihos botnet and is demanding $320 as ransom.
India Ashok Sep 27, 2016
Microsoft to kill malware by placing Edge web browser within its own virtual machine
Microsoft is putting Edge in a virtual machine to protect users from malware, viruses, phishing and zero-days.
Mary-Ann Russon Sep 27, 2016
One ransomware gang raked in over $120m in just 6 months, says McAfee Labs threats report
Ransomware attacks witness unprecedented growth of 128% year-over-year, find researchers
India Ashok Sep 17, 2016
Betabot password stealing trojan re-emerges with ransomware infecting capabilities
Betabot developers use 'weaponised document attachments' to infect thousands of victims.
India Ashok Sep 02, 2016
UK hospitals targeted by ransomware but NHS did not pay up
Hospitals across the globe are being increasingly targeted by ransomware attacks.
India Ashok Aug 31, 2016
Hackers have come up with a Mr Robot inspired 'fsociety' ransomware
The hackers behind the ransomware have even adopted the fictional hacktivist group's logo.
India Ashok Aug 25, 2016
Intel Security chief warns IoT can open up new landscape of attack vectors for future hackers
The rapid evolution of cybercrime has brought about a 'big convergence' in the way cyberattacks are launched.
India Ashok Aug 19, 2016
Cerber ransomware service lets cybercriminals reap over $2m per year, study finds
According to the report, Cerber is likely a Russia-based service.
Hyacinth Mascarenhas Aug 17, 2016
Ransomware spam campaign targets US government and educational institutions
CryptFile2 belongs to the CrypBoss ransomware family.
India Ashok Aug 10, 2016
Hitler ransomware still in development mode deletes files and demands victims pay via phone top-up card
The suspected German-speaking hackers have misspelt ransomware as 'ransonware'.
India Ashok Aug 10, 2016
Cat-themed Android ransomware stealing SMS messages and encrypting files
The ransomware also lets hackers remotely send commands to the infected devices via a web-based control panel.
India Ashok Aug 10, 2016
Scammers exploit Google SEO to deliver ransomware and online scam
The active malicious campaign abuses Google's featured snippets tool to display links to compromised websites.
India Ashok Aug 03, 2016
The end of anonymity for Bitcoin? EU proposes tracking cryptocurrency users
Users would be required to register their details with an EU-wide database accessible to intelligence services.
Owen Hughes Jul 27, 2016
Ransomware attackers demand higher extortion fees as threats escalate, Symantec reports
The average ransom demand has more than doubled from $294 at the end of 2015 to $679.
Hyacinth Mascarenhas Jul 21, 2016
If even Julian Assange can't identify phishing messages, what hope is there for the rest of us?
Don't let scammers win – here are top tips to spot phishing or spoofing emails from banks or businesses.
Mary-Ann Russon Jul 19, 2016
Pokemon Go fake Android app delivers first ever lockscreen malware that clicks on porn ads
Two more fake Android apps called 'Guide & Cheats for Pokemon Go' and 'Install Pokemongo' have also been found
India Ashok Jul 16, 2016
'Cute' ransomware strain that hides in Google Docs could attack users from any cloud-based system
Chinese malware manipulates Google's own security to collect user information.
Oliver Cragg Jul 15, 2016
Hackers selling new Stampado ransomware on the dark web for a mere $39
The ransomware is allegedly capable of deleting random files every six hours if the ransom is not paid.
India Ashok Jul 14, 2016
BT and KPMG research finds cybercrime has now become an industry
Criminal gangs and state entities have been found using sophisticated hacking tools.
India Ashok Jul 06, 2016
Hackers capitalise on Brexit sending out spam emails that infect victims' computers with malware
Spam emails promise to protect users against the financial and security fallout of Brexit.
India Ashok Jul 04, 2016
Crypto-ransomware attacks have reached 'epidemic' status, Kaspersky Lab says
The number of users hit by crypto-ransomware has jumped by more than five times in the past year.
Hyacinth Mascarenhas Jun 25, 2016
Necurs botnet is back online after mysterious 3-week hiatus
The botnet now comes with modifications designed to deter detection
India Ashok Jun 23, 2016
The anatomy of a 'Cyber Jihad' – analysing the evolution and future of terrorism in cyberspace
An in-depth look at how extremist groups capitalise the internet to recruit, attack and propagate fear.
India Ashok Jun 20, 2016
Israel facing 'up to two million' critical infrastructure hacking attempts daily
No serious disruption or damage has yet been caused by such critical infrastructure hacks.
Jason Murdock Jun 16, 2016
Cisco: Ransomware is the supervillain of cybersecurity and none of our PCs will be safe again
Cisco's Talos says ransomware is going to get worse as businesses can afford to pay far more than consumers.
Mary-Ann Russon Jun 07, 2016
Russian cybercrime bosses found making $90,000 per year with ransomware
Russian ransomware bosses make an average 'salary' of about $90,000 per year.
Hyacinth Mascarenhas Jun 03, 2016
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