Over the past year and a half, cyber attackers have taken advantage of five vulnerabilities present in a crucial Windows driver, the Common Log File System (CLFS), according to Kaspersky’s Securelist. The main problem is the CLFS driver’s propensity to prioritize performance over security. As a result, ransomware attackers have been exploiting these vulnerabilities. Kaspersky researcher Boris Larin recommended implementing best security practices, such as timely security updates and anti-virus detection monitoring.
Looking At the Year Ahead: What Can We Expect Within the Cybersecurity Landscape?
In 2024, healthcare organisations experienced significant disruptions due to numerous data breaches and ransomware attacks. This impacted daily operations and caused financial hardship for some.
