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November 07, 2026 — 3 min read
Acronis research reveals how Qilin ransomware targets virtual infrastructure
November 07, 2026 — 3 min read
Acronis research reveals how Qilin ransomware targets virtual infrastructure
A new analysis from the Acronis Threat Research Unit (TRU), published October 28, 2026, examines how the operation combines adaptable ransomware, attacks on VMware ESXi environments and double extortion to pressure organizations.
May 19, 2022 — 8 min read
How cyberthreats and cybersecurity are evolving in 2022
May 19, 2022 — 8 min read
How cyberthreats and cybersecurity are evolving in 2022
In planning for an uncertain future where cyberthreats are increasingly common and sophisticated, protecting your data from compromise requires a proactive approach to mitigate the effects of an attack on your systems and potentially save your business from ruin. Because data — your data — is a highly valued commodity, not because of the price it commands when sold on the dark web, but because of how important it is to you.
May 06, 2022 — 2 min read
Acronis integration with Splashtop’s remote access tool eases investigation & troubleshooting
May 06, 2022 — 2 min read
Acronis integration with Splashtop’s remote access tool eases investigation & troubleshooting
Acronis Cyber Platform 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 14, 2022 — 2 min read
Acronis named “Best Revenue Booster” at ChannelPro Network Summit
April 14, 2022 — 2 min read
Acronis named “Best Revenue Booster” at ChannelPro Network Summit
At this month’s ChannelPro Network Cybersecurity Online Summit Acronis was honored to receive a “Best Revenue Booster” award based on a poll of the summit’s attendees. In this particular category, Acronis beat out 28 other contenders to take home the top prize.
April 13, 2022 — 6 min read
Is negotiating with cybercriminals our new normal?
April 13, 2022 — 6 min read
Is negotiating with cybercriminals our new normal?
These days, companies are responding in different ways to ransomware attacks, and governments worldwide are seeking ways to apprehend these criminals. Unfortunately, despite protections and prosecutions, many companies end up facing the question of what to do when they are attacked. Is it sensible to hire a ransomware negotiator, report to the authorities, or give in to the attackers’ demands?
March 30, 2022 — 2 min read
What’s new in Acronis Cyber Platform? – March 2022
March 30, 2022 — 2 min read
What’s new in Acronis Cyber Platform? – March 2022
The March 2022 release of Acronis Cyber Platform gives MSPs more flexibility and control in how they provide cyber protection to their clients. See what’s new in this release, and how valuable new enhancements can now help MSPs provide even more value to their clients.
March 18, 2022 — 5 min read
Cyber resilience is hard: Soft skills to making it a success
March 18, 2022 — 5 min read
Cyber resilience is hard: Soft skills to making it a success
Cyber resilience is hard: Soft skills to making it a success Businesses around the world face a growing threat of cyberattacks. Between 2020 and 2021, there was a 125% increase in cyberattacks, and more than 200 million records were breached in 2021. Small businesses are particularly vulnerable to cybercrime. A breach costs businesses $200,000 on average, with 60% of those going out of business within six months of the incide
February 18, 2022 — 4 min read
2022 threat assessment for the hosting industry
February 18, 2022 — 4 min read
2022 threat assessment for the hosting industry
A new Acronis video describes the overall threat assessment for the hosting industry in 2022 and how hosting service providers can improve their cybersecurity efforts.
December 31, 2021 — 4 min read
Acronis earns security accolades in independent evaluations
December 31, 2021 — 4 min read
Acronis earns security accolades in independent evaluations
We’re proud to look back at a year of growth, community-building and analyst recognition from independent analysts – all of which speaks to the importance of the cyber protection approach in the face of modern IT challenges and cyberthreats. That’s why, we’re thrilled to highlight five recent independent evaluations of the cybersecurity capabilities of Acronis Cyber Protect and Acronis Cyber Platform.
December 16, 2021 — 3 min read
What you need to know about the Log4j vulnerability
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 07, 2021 — 4 min read
Acronis Cyberthreats Report 2022 unveils cyberthreat predictions
December 07, 2021 — 4 min read
Acronis Cyberthreats Report 2022 unveils cyberthreat predictions
At this year’s Acronis #CyberFit summit in Dubai, held December 8 and 9, Acronis will release its 2022 cyberthreats report. The report focuses on the increasing number and severity of cyberattacks during 2021, and provides the outlook for 2022.
October 19, 2021 — 4 min read
Acronis Cyber Readiness Report 2021 reveals critical security gaps left by IT leaders
October 19, 2021 — 4 min read
Acronis Cyber Readiness Report 2021 reveals critical security gaps left by IT leaders
The Acronis Cyber Readiness Report 2021 analyzes how businesses and the IT industry have adapted to the post-COVID landscape. Many are still struggling in a world that shows no sign of a full return to office-only environments – and while demand for cyber protection solutions continues to grow, misplaced trust, misaligned priorities, and an ever-evolving cyberthreat landscape are threatening businesses.
October 04, 2021 — 3 min read
How to stay proactively protected this Cybersecurity Awareness Month
October 04, 2021 — 3 min read
How to stay proactively protected this Cybersecurity Awareness Month
This month marks both the eighteenth year of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month — an initiative led by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security — and the tenth year of European Cybersecurity month, the European Union’s annual campaign around promoting digital security and staying safe online. Today, we take a look at the current cyberthreat landscape and proactive steps you can take towards data safety.