December 2024 marks the 35th anniversary of ransomware and the 20th anniversary of its first usage for criminal purposes. From its origin as malware pretending to be an AIDS risk testing software in 1989 to modern-day crypto-ransomware like Maze, the crime has evolved greatly. Despite advancements in security tech, the profitability of ransomware means it will likely continue into the foreseeable future.
The NHS needs to tighten its third-party supplier cybersecurity
The NHS should proactively fortify cybersecurity within its third-party software suppliers following recent damaging ransomware attacks, says Jonathan Lee from Trend Micro. He suggests implementing
