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May 20, 2025  — 22 min read
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May 20, 2025  — 22 min read
From banks to battalions: SideWinder’s attacks on South Asia’s public sector
Acronis Threat Research Unit (TRU) uncovered a new SideWinder APT campaign targeting high-level government institutions in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Pakistan.
February 14, 2017  — 2 min read
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February 14, 2017  — 2 min read
The robots are coming, the robots are coming!
Seriously, there has been an awful lot of discussion in the media about the role of service automation and computerization of business processes.  The reality is that through APIs, machine learning, monitors, sensors and actuators, we are beginning a process by which many workloads formerly handled by people will be accomplished through computers.  At Acronis we believe in trying to leverage our resellers’ existing billing, control panel and system automation software. We have integrated Acronis Backup Cloud into a number of popular industry service automation software solutions like Odin Automation, WHMCS, Hostbill, and ConnectWise, plus we have great APIs for tying into other systems.
February 13, 2017  — 5 min read
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February 13, 2017  — 5 min read
Weekly Tech Roundup — February 13
As the weeks roll on, ransomware continues to dominate most cyber security headlines. But it wasn’t just stories of data loss and malware attacks that made the front page. Hackers continued to take advantage of the growing number of data vulnerabilities that permeate our digital world today—but some of them took it upon themselves to fight fire with fire, exposing some particularly harmful websites to the kind of attack they themselves perpetuate. This week’s tech roundup is full of stories that detail the horrors of cyber-attacks. What did you miss?
February 13, 2017  — 2 min read
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February 13, 2017  — 2 min read
Microsoft 365 Backup is Your Responsibility
Did you know that Office 365 does not generate backups that you could actually use to restore lost data or keep emails for archiving purposes? While it may include basic protection, like snapshot and undelete features, it does not create proper backups in other clouds, or on-premises.
February 07, 2017  — 4 min read
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February 07, 2017  — 4 min read
Acronis Backup 12 Now Protects Microsoft 365 and VMware vSphere 6.5
We are excited to announce the addition of Microsoft Office 365 backup functionality and support for VMware vSphere 6.5 to the world’s fastest and most complete small business backup solution, Acronis Backup 12. It’s the update you’ve been waiting for! Find out how it can help you protect your valuable data.
February 07, 2017  — 2 min read
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February 07, 2017  — 2 min read
Acronis Backup Cloud 7.0 Is Here!
We are excited to announce the release of Acronis Backup Cloud 7.0. The latest update of this powerful hybrid cloud backup solution for service providers brings innovative new features, integration with ConnectWise Manage, and many other improvements.
February 07, 2017  — 4 min read
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February 07, 2017  — 4 min read
What’s the Buzz on Acronis True Image 2017 New Generation?
We’re a couple of weeks after the launch of Acronis True Image 2017 New Generation, and people have a lot to say about the latest release. What are industry influencers saying about the new product? What new technologies are putting Acronis True Image 2017 New Generation ahead of the competition? What can these new features do for you?
February 06, 2017  — 4 min read
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February 06, 2017  — 4 min read
Weekly Tech Roundup— February 6
Disaster struck last week, and the victims ranged from everyday users to large organizations. Valuable data was lost, operations were shut down, and some people were even affected physically after a ransomware attack took control of the electronic locking systems at an Austrian hotel. This week’s tech roundup is full of stories that detail the horrors of failed data protection. What did you miss?
February 03, 2017  — 2 min read
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February 03, 2017  — 2 min read
How to Find out If Your Computer Is Protected Against Ransomware
Ransomware is on the hunt for your precious photos and important documents. Is your computer protected? Are you sure that your protection actually works? There is an easy way to check. Find out how!
February 02, 2017  — 3 min read
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February 02, 2017  — 3 min read
A Series of Unfortunate Backup Events
Gitlab.com is a very popular Software as Service (SaaS) platform for software developers. Recently, they suffered a series of unfortunate events due to incomplete backup practices that resulted in customer data loss and service down time. They are back up and running now (minus some essential client data) and there are a few important lessons we can learn from their backup approach and resulting experience.
January 31, 2017  — 10 min read
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January 31, 2017  — 10 min read
Osiris Ransomware: New Addition to the Locky Family
Locky ransomware has undergone another facelift, as cyber criminals roll out updates to one of the most common and damaging families of file-encrypting malware. The new ransomware is named Osiris, after the Egyptian god of the afterlife, and comes with improved features designed to attack backups and avoid being detected. It appends the .orisis extension to the end of the encrypted files and follows the standard pattern of ransomware infection: Invade, Encrypt, Extort. Riding on the back of Locky’s success, Osiris is one of the most serious cyber security treats computer users are facing today.
January 30, 2017  — 5 min read
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January 30, 2017  — 5 min read
Weekly Tech Roundup: January 30
In a world of increasing cyber attacks and data vulnerability, it’s our responsibility to take action and protect ourselves—even though, at times, it seems ever more difficult. Internet of Things (IoT) devices are flooding the market, becoming a major part of our daily lives; ransomware is preying upon innocent individuals and institutions in the hopes of making a quick buck; and dormant threats are coming out of the cracks, striking fear into those looking towards the future. But even with all of these threats, we continue to innovate, finding new and imaginative ways to protect ourselves and our devices. This week in tech saw new ways of thinking about security to combat old yet increasingly devious threats. What did you miss?
January 24, 2017  — 4 min read
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January 24, 2017  — 4 min read
The Acronis True Image 2017 New Generation NYC Launch Event — Blockchain, Ransomware, and the Race Toward the Future
The Acronis team landed in NYC last week to discuss the global threat of ransomware and present groundbreaking technology that lifts the concept of data protection to a brand new level. The event was packed to capacity with standing room only — hundreds of professionals and media representatives came to hear about the latest developments in the world of cyber security and personal data safety. It was the launch of Acronis True Image 2017 New Generation. Acronis CMO John Zanni and Acronis VP and GM of Consumer Business Gaidar Magdanurov were joined by a former FBI cyber security expert Eric O’Neill  and blockchain expert Alex Tapscott to launch the new product and talk about the ever-evolving technical landscape and our responsibilities in keeping data protected.