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in Sundae Scoop, TechdaySophos report finds education sector strengthening against ransomware
Sophos, a global leader and innovator of advanced security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, released its fifth annual Sophos State of Ransomware in Education report. The global study of 441 IT and cybersecurity leaders shows the education sector is making measurable progress in defending against ransomware, with fewer ransom payments, dramatically reduced costs, and faster recovery […] More
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in Sundae Scoop, TechdayRemote Ransomware on the Rise
Ransomware is one of the most significant threats facing organizations today. Battling it is no easy task, particularly given that threat actors are continually refining their techniques and approaches. More
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in Sundae Scoop, TechdayTwo-Thirds of Healthcare Organizations Hit by Ransomware – A Four-Year High, Sophos Survey Finds
Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, recently released a sector survey report, “The State of Ransomware in Healthcare 2024,” which revealed that the rate of ransomware attacks against healthcare organizations has reached a four-year high since 2021. Of those organizations surveyed, two-thirds (67%) were impacted by ransomware attacks in the […] More
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Most Educational Organizations Paid More Than the Original Ransom Demand, Says Sophos Survey
Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions that defeat cyberattacks, recently released findings from its annual sector survey report, “The State of Ransomware in Education 2024.” According to the report, the median ransom payment was $6.6 million for lower education and $4.4 million for higher education organizations. In addition, the survey states that 55% […] More
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in Sundae ScoopRansomware Groups Weaponize Stolen Data to Increase Pressure on Targets Who Refuse to Pay, Sophos Report Finds
Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, recently released a new dark web report, “Turning the Screws: The Pressure Tactics of Ransomware Gangs,” which details how cybercriminals are weaponizing stolen data to increase pressure on targets who refuse to pay. This includes sharing the contact details or doxing the family members […] More
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in Sundae ScoopThe Median Recovery Costs for 2 Critical Infrastructure Sectors, Energy and Water, Quadruples to $3 Million in 1 Year, Sophos Survey Finds
Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, recently released a sector survey report, “The State of Ransomware in Critical Infrastructure 2024,” which revealed that the median recovery costs for two critical infrastructure sectors, Energy and Water, quadrupled to $3 million over the past year. This is four times higher than the […] More