Pure Storage

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Once installed, the malware locks critical files and displays a ransom note demanding payment, often in cryptocurrency. If using vendors or contractors, evaluate their cybersecurity practices to ensure they dont introduce vulnerabilities. Ransomware attacks surged in 2024, leading to a record $459.8 million paid to cybercriminals.

Security 52

Security Vulnerability Cybersecurity Cyber Resilience 52

LAN Infotech

FEBRUARY 13, 2022

Hackers are progressively creating more aggressive malware that locks everyone out of organizations’ data or systems unless they agree to pay a ransom. Upon clicking the link, the malware would encrypt the business’ server, infect data, and lock everyone out of the organization system.

Insurance 98

Insurance Insurance Evaluation Malware 98

Solutions Review

MARCH 31, 2025

Cybercriminals now take on a mobile-first attack strategy, targeting mobile devices with sophisticated threats, including mobile malware, phishing attacks, and zero-day exploitsputting sensitive data at risk before it can even be backed up. Theres never a bad time for some self-evaluation.

Backup 59

Backup Resilience Cyber Resilience Vulnerability 59

Risk Management Monitor

MARCH 4, 2022

Attacks attributed to Russia have been launched against a range of targets in Ukraine, including new destructive malware campaigns , targeted information-gathering against a range of civilian and government targets, and attacks on critical infrastructure. Evaluate and if possible, test your business continuity plans.

Management 56

Management Malware Cybersecurity Insurance 56

LAN Infotech

MAY 3, 2022

Here is a general outline on how to respond to cybersecurity events: Step 1: Retrieve the Incident Response Plan. Hopefully, your IT provider has helped you design an incident response plan–a guide on how to respond to a cybersecurity event. It is possible that we may need to evaluate one system at a time.

Cybersecurity 52

Cybersecurity Malware Response Plan Outsourcing 52

NexusTek

MARCH 10, 2021

Malware , including spyware, ransomware and viruses, can be installed on a device where the user clicked a suspicious link or downloaded a false email attachment. Threat awareness training should not be an annual evaluation but a biannual or quarterly review. Establish an incident response plan.

Cybersecurity 52

Cybersecurity Vulnerability Benchmark Response Plan 52

Reciprocity

APRIL 4, 2022

A risk assessment evaluates all the potential risks to your organization’s ability to do business. After identifying the risks, it’s time to perform the risk analysis and develop action plans. Implement controls and risk response plans to prevent and mitigate risk. What Is a Risk Assessment?

All-Hazards 95

All-Hazards Mitigation Risk Management Hazard 95