Malware

Sophos researchers reported a curious malware program that comes disguised as pirated copies of software, but actually modifies infected users' HOSTS file to blocks them from visiting software piracy websites in the future.

Researchers on Thursday reported that hackers are using standard tools within Google Docs/Drive to lead unsuspecting victims to fraudulent websites, stealing credentials in the process.

One issue states have traditionally faced with grant funding is that one time payments cannot fund projects requiring long term employement, training and equipment upgrades.

The most pervasive wisdom about preventing damage from ransomware is to backup systems. FujiFilm and Colonial Pipeline in fact, restored from back-ups. So in an era of increased concern about ransomware, is solving the ransomware scourge as simple as investing in some backups? If only.