Ransomware hits hundreds of US companies, security firm says
A ransomware attack paralyzed the networks of at least 200 U.S. companies on Friday, according to a cybersecurity researcher whose company was responding to the incident. Read More ›
Russian-based hackers launch cyberattack on at least 200 IT management firms in the US and demand $5M in ransom despite Biden’s threat to Putin of ‘retaliation’
Russian-based hackers have launched a cyberattack on at least 200 information technology management firms in the United States and demanded up to $5 million in ransom, it has been revealed. Read More ›
Why has data stolen in the HSE cyberattack not yet appeared online?
Experts say they are surprised the criminals have not followed through on their threats. Read More ›
Waikato DHB ransomware attack: Privacy Commissioner warns victims to consider credit freeze
The ransomware-hit Waikato DHB must notify patients whose information has been shared on the dark web, Privacy Commissioner John Edwards says. Read More ›
Ransomware gangs get paid off as officials struggle for fix
If your business falls victim to ransomware and you want simple advice on whether to pay the criminals, don’t expect much help from the U.S. government. The answer is apt to be: It depends. Read More ›
10 of the Best Cybersecurity Thought Leaders to Follow
With research carried out by Balbix, Cyber looks at 10 Thought Leaders, experts in their field, and respected voices in the industry who are essential to follow. Read More ›
Hackers are bad for your health
Small firms can ill afford to regard cybersecurity as simply an IT problem after the HSE ransomware attack. Read More ›
Ireland’s Health Service Warns Staff Not to Use Work Devices
Employees can inadvertently spread damage, allow follow-on attacks. Read More ›
Bosses Putting a ‘Digital Leash’ on Remote Workers Could Be Crossing a Privacy Line
The majority of respondents in one survey said they were uncomfortable with the likes of camera monitoring or keystroke monitoring. Read More ›
10 days after ransomware attack, Irish health system struggling
Many hospitals still have no computers a week on. Read More ›