Advisory Note: Understanding and Countering Ransomware - 70947
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Ransomware is a top security threat and continuously on the rise. Financial organizations, healthcare institutions, and manufacturing industries are the most vulnerable groups; however, individual users as well have been victims of ransomware. The purpose of this Advisory Note is to analyze the concept of ransomware, elaborate on its global reach and provide concrete advice on what to do if hit by ransomware.
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| Aug 11, 2017 |
Advisory Note: Understanding and Countering Ransomware - 70947Ransomware is a top security threat and continuously on the rise. Financial organizations, healthcare institutions, and manufacturing industries are the most vulnerable groups; however, individual users as well have been victims of ransomware. The purpose of this Advisory Note is to analyze… |
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