In 2022, 66% of businesses were affected by ransomware, with none spared across industries. These breaches usually result from attempts to trade sensitive data for money. Companies have embraced cloud technology and remote work for productivity and profit, leaving security behind in the pre-cloud era. To counter this cybersecurity threat, businesses need to adopt a zero-trust system and Security Service Edge (SSE), working together to reduce attack surfaces, inspect traffic, and monitor potential risks. This will enable more effective defenses in the prevailing ransomware threat landscape.
Decrypting Linux/ESXi Akira Ransomware Files Without Paying Ransomware
A cybersecurity researcher has decrypted the Linux/ESXI variant of Akira ransomware, allowing data recovery without ransom. The method exploits a flaw in the malware’s encryption
