RegretLocker, new ransomware, can encrypt Windows virtual hard disks
Cybersecurity researchers discovered a new ransomware called RegretLocker that can quickly encrypt virtual had disks on Windows machines.
Ransomware continues assault against cities and businesses
We take a look at the current chaos faced by local governments across the US, as ransomware continues to snap at its cities’ heels.
Fileless malware: getting the lowdown on this insidious threat
In this series of articles, we provide an in-depth discussion of fileless malware and their related attacks. In part one, we cover a brief overview of the problems with and general features of fileless malware, laying the groundwork for technical analysis of various samples employing fileless and semi-fileless methods.
A week in security (June 18 – June 24)
A roundup of security news from June 18 – 24 that includes the SamSam ransomware, DNS rebinding, a World Cup phishing campaign, and lots and lots of Android malware.
SamSam ransomware: controlled distribution for an elusive malware
SamSam ransomware is a unique malware for its explicit human interaction on selected targets and care to erase most of its tracks.
SamSam ransomware: what you need to know
We take a look at SamSam ransomware, the malware that messed with Atlanta, and tell you how it works and what you can do to combat it.
