With more people working from home, the rise in ransomware attacks has risen. On a global scale it has risen 105%, 104% of those coming from North America alone, according to SonicWall’s Cyber Threat report.
Ransomware is a type of malware created to deny users access to files by encrypting them on their computers. This concept is designed to force users to pay to retrieve their data. Many of these organizations can’t afford to be without their files, so they pay the hackers.
What types of malware are there?
- Spyware
- Trojans
- Ransomware
What are they designed to do?
Spyware
Gathers information from devices
Trojans
Gains access to a computer’s system
Ransomware
Encrypts information and extort the user (s)
Regardless of the size of someone’s business, ransomware attackers are in the business of making money. Anyone can become a target of a ransomware attack.
What can be done to prevent these types of attacks?
- Antivirius products, such as Cynet 360
- Content filters on mail servers
According to Cynet, they’ve encouraged users to utilize tools that can identify, block, alert and respond to the threats. One of the best ways to have round the clock monitoring is to use artificial intelligence, which can successfully identify any new and unknown malware.
For more information on how we can protect you from malware, please contact us today.
