November 14, 2018

Targeted ransomware attacks – SophosLabs 2019 Threat Report

This year's SophosLabs Threat Report is out. We talk targeted ransomware attacks, and in particular, SamSam.

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September 11, 2018

The rise of targeted ransomware

Ransomware hasn't gone away, but it is getting quieter and more targeted.

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August 07, 2018

How Bitcoin and the Dark Web hide SamSam in plain sight

Bitcoin and the Dark Web are familiar terms, but what are they and how do they help SamSam operate in plain sight?

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August 02, 2018

How to defend yourself against SamSam ransomware

Drawing on new research we look at how best to defend your organisation against SamSam.

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July 31, 2018

SamSam: The (almost) $6 million ransomware

New research reveals that SamSam ransomware has affected far more victims, and raised far more ransom, than previously thought.

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June 08, 2018

Atlanta ransomware attack destroyed years of police dashcam video

Loss of dashcam footage could compromise investigations, including those concerned with driving under the influence (DUI) cases.

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May 02, 2018

What’s so special about the SamSam ransomware? [VIDEO]

SamSam ransomware: fewer victims, but bigger disruption and a higher decryption price if you get caught. Here's what to do to stay safe.

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May 02, 2018

Shutting out SamSam ransomware

4 simple tips for improving your protection against targeted ransomware

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May 01, 2018

“SamSam” ransomware – a mean old dog with a nasty new trick

Ransomware is still about "pay up or your files get the chop." But the crooks are learning how to squeeze you for larger sums of money...

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