MSP Threats Security Team

MSP Threats Security Team

MSP Threats Security Team

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July 18, 2017 — 12 min read

Cerber Ransomware Is Not on Vacation This Summer

July 18, 2017 — 12 min read

Cerber Ransomware Is Not on Vacation This Summer

The latest Cerber ransomware easily bypasses traditional defenses. The analyzed Cerber sample was only detected as a suspicious malicious object by nine out of 64 antiviruses on the first submission to Virustotal. The low detection rate can be explained by the fact that the cryptolocker is using a polymorphic encryptor and API call obfuscation to protect its copies from being detected by antiviruses.

July 12, 2017 — 2 min read

The Ransomware Attack That Wasn’t

July 12, 2017 — 2 min read

The Ransomware Attack That Wasn’t

Remember that fast-moving cyberattack that slashed its way across the globe in late June? Turns out it wasn’t really ransomware but an even more malicious piece of malware called a “wiper” that left victims with no hope of getting back their data.

July 12, 2017 — 7 min read

Undetected PowerShell Ransomware Easily Blocked by Acronis Active Protection

July 12, 2017 — 7 min read

Undetected PowerShell Ransomware Easily Blocked by Acronis Active Protection

A new ransomware variant avoided detection by being spread through a spear phishing email campaign as an obfuscated PowerShell script. Many traditional anti-malware solutions are not ready for the next generation of ransomware attacks. Acronis, however, has been very successful.

July 06, 2017 — 2 min read

Acronis Protects Critical Infrastructure From Zero-Day Malware Attacks

July 06, 2017 — 2 min read

Acronis Protects Critical Infrastructure From Zero-Day Malware Attacks

If you are interested in cybersecurity, you may remember Stuxnet, an infamous worm which stopped uranium enrichment plants in Iran back in 2010. It’s no longer a secret that it was an Israeli-American cyberweapon. Since that time there were a lot of cases where critical infrastructure was attacked without any political motivation. One recent case is Industroyer — a mix of cyber weapon and ransomware-like products. We were contacted by our big OEM partners running process control systems who asked about this threat, wondering if our newest anti-ransomware technology, namely Acronis Active Protection™ could help. And guess what? Acronis Active Protection does help!

June 28, 2017 — 7 min read

Dissecting Petya Ransomware — What Can You Do to Protect Your Computer?

June 28, 2017 — 7 min read

Dissecting Petya Ransomware — What Can You Do to Protect Your Computer?

The new Petya-like ransomware just served a big blow to hundreds of banks, corporations, government organizations, post offices and shopping outlets around the world, spreading like fire, taking advantage of the EternalBlue exploit used by WannaCry ransomware only a few weeks before. Petya, Petrwrap, EternalPetya — let’s pull it apart and see what it’s made of.

March 12, 2017 — 4 min read

How to Avoid Ransomware: 10 Simple Tips

March 12, 2017 — 4 min read

How to Avoid Ransomware: 10 Simple Tips

The internet has become an integral part of our lives. Millions of people go online every day, searching for new ways to work, communicate, and belong. While we all have different tastes, interests, and favorite websites, it’s important to stay vigilant every time you go online. Cyber criminals are out there too, analyzing online behavior of every-day users and looking for new opportunities to infect computers. Let common sense (and a few security measures) prevail! Just by following a few simple tips, you can protect your system from being infected even if ransomware slips through into your computer. Follow these guidelines and spread the word. Together we can make the internet a safer place.

February 15, 2017 — 5 min read

Frequently Asked Questions: Protection Against Ransomware

February 15, 2017 — 5 min read

Frequently Asked Questions: Protection Against Ransomware

What can you do to protect yourself against ransomware? What are the different ransomware types? What is the best way to protect your data? We have answers on some of the most frequently asked questions.

February 03, 2017 — 2 min read

How to Find out If Your Computer Is Protected Against Ransomware

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!