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June 28, 2022 — 7 min read
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June 28, 2022 — 7 min read
Important details About BlackCat: The new version of the ALPHV ransomware-as-a-service
On March 16, 2022, security specialists identified a new version of BlackCat ransomware (so named because the software displays a black cat on the victim’s payment site). These experts also noted that some previous YARA rules no longer match, which will make it difficult to find malicious files.
June 6, 2022 — 4 min read
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June 6, 2022 — 4 min read
Kubernetes and cloud-native security threats
Kubernetes increases software scalability and availability while optimizing IT costs. It also offers flexibility in multicloud environments. However, Kubernetes is not secure by default — and it comes with various novel security risks. This blog will first discuss the cloud-native attack surface and its challenges. Then we will focus on Kubernetes security events and the latest attacks.
May 6, 2022 — 2 min read
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May 6, 2022 — 2 min read
Acronis integration with Splashtop’s remote access tool eases investigation & troubleshooting
Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud is purpose built to work seamlessly with the tools you interact with all day, every day. Its integration with Splashtop’s high-performance, remote-access solution is designed to power your remote-control capabilities, while protecting your data and devices with unmatched ease of use and automation.
April 27, 2022 — 5 min read
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April 27, 2022 — 5 min read
Cyber resilience vs cybersecurity
Cybercriminals moved quickly to exploit new vulnerabilities caused by the pandemic. For example, the vast majority of employees suddenly had to work from home; but in most cases, their security best practices were far inferior to the controls in place at the corporate office.
March 31, 2022 — 4 min read
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March 31, 2022 — 4 min read
Cyber Protection Week 2022: The need (and demand) for integration grows
With the release of this year’s Acronis Cyber Protection Week Report, IT users and professionals from around the globe show overconfidence, more experience suffering from data loss and a greater need for integrated cyber protection solutions.
December 16, 2021 — 3 min read
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December 16, 2021 — 3 min read
What you need to know about the Log4j vulnerability
Since being identified on December 9, the Log4j vulnerability has become a major concern for IT professionals who were forced to suddenly shift from their end-of-year wind down to high alert for potential exploits. To assuage some of these concerns – and ensure that the Acronis community has the knowledge they need to respond to this vulnerability effectively, Acronis led an informational webinar. Here are the key points.
December 13, 2021 — 4 min read
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December 13, 2021 — 4 min read
Critical Apache Log4j vulnerability discovered — here's what you need to know
Late last week, a critical zero-day vulnerability in the popular Java logging library Log4j surfaced when attackers were observed exploiting Minecraft servers via the game’s chat box. It has since become clear that the vulnerability in question poses perhaps the largest security threat we’ve seen in years.Details are still unfolding, but here’s what we know now.
September 16, 2021 — 5 min read
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September 16, 2021 — 5 min read
IT in the age of AIOps
MSPs have a lot to gain from AIOps, including reduced costs, superior service delivery, and better cybersecurity. Let's explore the benefits this new technology enables, and how Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud delivers AIOps as part and parcel of its products and solutions
August 30, 2021 — 2 min read
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August 30, 2021 — 2 min read
Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud now integrates with N-able solutions
We’re pleased to announce that Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud now integrates with N-able RMM and N-able N-central. This new release enables MSPs to easily boost the security of their service offering in a significant way, and marks the latest entry to Acronis’ growing list of seamless integrations with leading RMM/PSA vendors.
January 12, 2021 — 6 min read
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January 12, 2021 — 6 min read
How does vulnerability and patch management tie into cyber protection?
Cyberthreats are more prevalent than ever and one of the most effective cyber exploits preys on outdated software, both operating systems (OSs) and applications. Cybercriminals focus on popular OSs and applications, such as Windows, Java, Adobe, and Microsoft 365, looking for vulnerabilities to exploit. This is why a patch management system is imperative. 
November 24, 2020 — 4 min read
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November 24, 2020 — 4 min read
New update adds vulnerability assessments to Acronis True Image
Our commitment to keeping users protected means enhancing Acronis Cyber Protection Solutions with the capabilities needed to keep their system, device data, and backups secure from the latest threats. That’s why today, we’re releasing an update to Acronis True Image that adds a new vulnerability assessment tool to close the gaps in their system’s security, as well as an enhanced antiransomware engine and improved disk cloning capabilities for Windows machines.
September 10, 2020 — 5 min read
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September 10, 2020 — 5 min read
Vulnerability assessments and patch management: more important than you think
As the number of people working from home remains at record levels, it’s important to remember that cybercriminals compromise home computer users and businesses in a variety of ways. One of the most popular and effective tactics is exploiting vulnerabilities in software, either in the operating system itself or in any third-party applications that are installed. Let's look at what vulnerabilities are, how they are closed, the challenges of patch management, and how the newly released Acronis Cyber Protect strengthens your patch management capabilities.