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The Threat of AI-powered Ransomware Attacks

Pure Storage

AI-powered ransomware is capable of adapting its tactics in real time and modifying malware code to evade detection. LLMs can be used to alter the source code of a piece of malware to avoid triggering rules, such as YARA rules, which identify patterns in malware families to alert a potential attack. Automating attacks.

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Managing Cyberthreats to Combat Ransomware Part 1: Current Technologies

Zerto

According to the Center for Internet Security over the past six months (DEC 2021–MAY 2022), these ten malware variants consistently made up over 60% of all reported malware activity: Shlayer. Ransomware — Ransomware is a type of malware that blocks access to a system, device, or file until a ransom is paid by the attack victim.

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Changes Continue in Cyber Insurance

Pure Storage

With RaaS, pay-for-use malware provides easy access to the code and infrastructure to launch and maintain a ransomware attack. Underwriters are also attempting to mitigate the losses from cyber claims with much stricter underwriting requirements, including making certain cybersecurity protocols mandatory. Want to learn more?

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How to Counter AI-Driven Cybersecurity Threats to Physical Security Products

Security Industry Association

In this blog from SIA Cybersecurity Advisory Board member Pauline Norstrom – founder and CEO of Anekanta Consulting – learn about mitigating artificial intelligence-driven cybersecurity threats to physical security products. IoT malware : IoT malware is malicious software that is designed to target IoT devices.

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Stop Ransomware In Fort Lauderdale, Florida

LAN Infotech

Ransomware is a type of malware designed to hold the victim’s information hostage. The installed malware encrypts a user’s or organization’s data, limiting their access to files, databases, or applications and rendering any systems that rely on them unusable. What Is Ransomware and How Does It Work?

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5 Ways to Address Data Security Gaps Before an Attack

Pure Storage

Unsupported operating systems and unpatched software open the door for malware infections and other attacker exploits. Speedy, real-time analytics can help spot suspicious behavior, anomalies, and more to alert you to the possibility of an attack. Perform good data hygiene on systems. Patch management is key.).

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7 Reasons Why Cybersecurity Fails

NexusTek

Only 22% of small businesses encrypt their databases, and less than 1 5 % rate their ability to mitigate cyber risks and threats as highly effective. An incident response plan comprises procedures to verify a breach , alert business leaders and customers, and isolate and eliminate the threat. View Essential Cybersecurity Plan.