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Typing These 6 Words On Google Could Leave You Vulnerable To Hackers
SOPHOS advises anyone who suspects they may have fallen victim to this tactic to change their passwords immediately.
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Sophos: 78 Percent of Indian Organisations Faced Ransomware Attacks in Last Year
A report by research firm Sopho reveals some alarming details about a spike in ransomware attacks among Indian firms. As per the report, more than 78 percent of Indian organisations suffered ransomware attacks last year, up from 68 percent in 2020. The average ransom paid by the Indian companies was $1,198,475.
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Cryptocurrency Will Continue to Face Ransomware, Botnet Attacks in 2021: Sophos Cybersecurity Threat Report
The use of cryptocurrencies to fuel cybercrimes will continue to be prominent come 2022, which Sophos expects to continue until there are better compliances and regulations for their usage.
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Fake Apps Masked as Cryptocurrency, Trading, Banking Apps Duping iOS, Android Customers: Sophos
Sophos found these fake apps while looking into a fraudulent mobile trading app that masqueraded as one tied to a well-known Asia-based trading company, Goldenway Group. Sophos says that schemes to distribute these fake apps are leveraged though dating sites and social media. These apps are made cleverly to look like those belonging to the actual l...
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‘Fleeceware’ Apps Make Their Way to Apple App Store: Sophos
Security researchers have discovered over 30 “fleeceware” apps in the App Store. Fleeceware is a relatively new cybersecurity term that was originally used for Android apps that abuse the trial periods and charge users even if they have uninstalled the apps.
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Sophos India Launches New Server Protection Solution, Intercept X for Server
Sophos on Monday in India introduced a new server protection solution called Intercept X for Server that comes with predictive deep learning technology.
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India Among Top 7 Countries at High Ransomware Risk: Sophos
India is among the top seven countries for ransomware circulation as cyber-attacks have increased this year globally, says Sophos.
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Sophos Says India Has Talent, Tools Yet Can't Tackle Big Cyber-Attacks
"India has well-trained, well-educated and capable IT people. The country has got access to all the tools it needs to secure its systems. Yet, in the case of a big cyber attack, India is still unprepared."
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The Dangers of Free, Public Wi-Fi - and How to Keep Yourself Safe
As convenient as it may be, there is a dangerous side to public Wi-Fi that you should be aware of. Here's what you need to know, and how you can protect yourself.
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Typing These 6 Words On Google Could Leave You Vulnerable To Hackers
SOPHOS advises anyone who suspects they may have fallen victim to this tactic to change their passwords immediately.
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Sophos: 78 Percent of Indian Organisations Faced Ransomware Attacks in Last Year
A report by research firm Sopho reveals some alarming details about a spike in ransomware attacks among Indian firms. As per the report, more than 78 percent of Indian organisations suffered ransomware attacks last year, up from 68 percent in 2020. The average ransom paid by the Indian companies was $1,198,475.
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Cryptocurrency Will Continue to Face Ransomware, Botnet Attacks in 2021: Sophos Cybersecurity Threat Report
The use of cryptocurrencies to fuel cybercrimes will continue to be prominent come 2022, which Sophos expects to continue until there are better compliances and regulations for their usage.
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Fake Apps Masked as Cryptocurrency, Trading, Banking Apps Duping iOS, Android Customers: Sophos
Sophos found these fake apps while looking into a fraudulent mobile trading app that masqueraded as one tied to a well-known Asia-based trading company, Goldenway Group. Sophos says that schemes to distribute these fake apps are leveraged though dating sites and social media. These apps are made cleverly to look like those belonging to the actual l...
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‘Fleeceware’ Apps Make Their Way to Apple App Store: Sophos
Security researchers have discovered over 30 “fleeceware” apps in the App Store. Fleeceware is a relatively new cybersecurity term that was originally used for Android apps that abuse the trial periods and charge users even if they have uninstalled the apps.
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Sophos India Launches New Server Protection Solution, Intercept X for Server
Sophos on Monday in India introduced a new server protection solution called Intercept X for Server that comes with predictive deep learning technology.
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India Among Top 7 Countries at High Ransomware Risk: Sophos
India is among the top seven countries for ransomware circulation as cyber-attacks have increased this year globally, says Sophos.
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Sophos Says India Has Talent, Tools Yet Can't Tackle Big Cyber-Attacks
"India has well-trained, well-educated and capable IT people. The country has got access to all the tools it needs to secure its systems. Yet, in the case of a big cyber attack, India is still unprepared."
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The Dangers of Free, Public Wi-Fi - and How to Keep Yourself Safe
As convenient as it may be, there is a dangerous side to public Wi-Fi that you should be aware of. Here's what you need to know, and how you can protect yourself.
