Encryption methods are only part of what makes a successful ransomware campaign work. Here's a look at the methods used to distribute the malware and the scare tactics they use to extort money from their victims.
A recently discovered, low profile ransomware named Crysis is setting its sights to become TeslaCrypt’s successor following news that Crysis has become more prevalent than Locky.
The University of Calgary was recently hit by a ransomware attack, forcing it to pay a ransom of $20,000 to restore access to affected files and systems.
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CryptXXX is making the news rounds again after victims report that its payment site is not working properly; in other ransomware news, Jigsaw was seen with an updated victim UI... again.