Brute force attacks increase due to more open RDP ports
More open ports are inviting attackers to try and gain entry by using brute force attacks. Why is this happening and what can we do?
A week in security (March 30 – April 5)
A roundup of the week’s security news, including data privacy issues, increases in cyberattacks due to COVID-19, Zoom vulnerabilities, and more.
Explained: the strengths and weaknesses of the Zero Trust model
Zero Trust is an information security framework that insists its users “never trust, always verify.” Is this the best security model for organizations today? We examine its strengths and weaknesses.
Threat spotlight: Phobos ransomware lives up to its name
Phobos, which many believe was named after the Greek god of fear, isn’t as widespread as it was before nor is it more novel than your average ransomware. Yet, it remains a threat to consumers and businesses alike. We dive into Phobos ransomware and show users how to face their fears and protect against it.
Threat spotlight: the curious case of Ryuk ransomware
From comic book death god to ransomware baddie, Ryuk ransomware remains a mainstay when organizations find themselves in a crippling malware pinch. We look at Ryuk’s origins, attack methods, and how to protect against this ever-present threat.
Microsoft pushes patch to prevent ‘WannaCry level’ vulnerability
This month marks two years since the infamous WannaCry attack. Now a Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) vulnerability has been discovered that could be used in a similar large-scale attack—though Microsoft has released a patch. Have you updated yet?
Threat spotlight: CrySIS, aka Dharma ransomware, causing a crisis for businesses
CrySIS, aka Dharma, is a ransomware family making waves over the last two months, often being used in targeted attacks through RDP access. What other tricks are up its sleeve?
A week in security (October 1 – 7)
A roundup of the security news from October 1–7 including National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, LoJack, fileless malware, and BYOS.
A week in security (August 6 – August 12)
A round-up of the security news from August 6 – August 12, including ransomware, interesting talks during BlackHat, botnets, and the evils of JavaScript.
How to protect your RDP access from ransomware attacks
Ransomware distributors have started using RDP to gain access to business networks. Do you have your remote desktops under control?
