Ransomware, also known as ransomware, is one of the most feared cyber threats of our digital age. This malicious malware infects and encrypts user data, preventing access unless a ransom is paid, often in the form of cryptocurrency, to the attacker.
The consequences of a ransomware attack can be devastating, ranging from the irreversible loss of valuable data to major disruptions to business operations and huge financial costs. For individuals, businesses and institutions, the best defense against ransomware lies in prevention, notably through regular data backups and ongoing cybersecurity training.
The CVE-2023-27532 (CVSS score: 7.5) vulnerability in Veeam Backup & Replication, although patched in March 2023, is still being actively exploited by a new ransomware
Medusa, the dreaded Trojan horse, has made a comeback with a new wave of attacks targeting Android smartphone users in France, as well as in
The first quarter of 2024 confirmed the growing trend of ransomware attacks affecting several sectors in France. With a diversity of targets and increasingly high
It’s one of the most spectacular advances ever made against cybercriminals: ina vast international policeoperation dubbed “Operation Cronos”, the FBI, NCA, Europol and agencies from
Coveware’s latest 2023 quarterly report points to a striking development in the fight against ransomware: a dramatic drop in ransom payments, to a historically low
On the cyberthreat front, the year 2024 begins for France with a series of ransomware attacks that are causing great concern. This analysis of recent
The year 2023 saw sustained activity in terms of ransomware cyberattacks, with a notable impact both nationally and internationally. This round-up of ransomware attacks in
February 2024 has not been an easy month in the French cybersecurity landscape. As businesses and institutions continue to navigate an increasingly digitized world, cybercriminals
Schneider Electric, the French industrial giant, has just suffered a major computer attack. The Cactus ransomware, already well-known in cybercrime circles, targeted this company renowned
A ransomware attack can have disastrous consequences for data held on a computer or business network. Once the malware has taken your files hostage, it’s
The recent release of a decryption tool for the Babuk Tortilla ransomware is part of a proactive response to the growing challenges posed by cyber
At the end of 2023, a series of ransomware attacks hit France, actively targeting a variety of economic sectors. From small engineering firms to large
