Tech 13 August 2019

Canon DSLR hacked with crypto-demanding ransomware – but for research

Researchers have proven that even a digital camera can be attacked by ransomware, putting your pictures at risk.

Tech 8 August 2019

GermanWiper erases victim’s data but still demands ransom in BTC

This viscious new ransomware spread through a job application, and leaves nothing in its wake.

Tech 19 July 2019

Ransomware linked to Lazarus Group still in the wild

Thy cryptocurrency malware Ryuk is still crawling to blackmail computer system around the world, and now running in China.

Business 21 June 2019

Florida town pays ransom to end malware attack

Riviera Beach has been crippled by a crypto ransomware attack for three weeks, and has paid to make it go away.

Business 3 June 2019

64% of ransomware funneled through crypto exchanges

The blockchain intelligence entity has been able to identify 38 different exchanges that have received funds originating from ransomware attacks.

Tech 17 May 2019

How do solution providers deal with hacks? Just pay crypto ransom and move on

A damning new study has revealed the trick up the sleeve of some so-called ransomware solution providers—just pay the hackers their ransom in crypto.

Business 22 April 2019

Crypto ransomware cost companies about 90% more in 2019

Companies are seeing rising asking prices from ransomware, and even greater operational costs, in 2019.

Business 6 March 2019

PwC report links crypto exchange WEX to Iranian ransomware

WEX has been linked to funds received in connection with Iranian ransomware, in the latest example of illicit activity being linked to the crypto exchange.

Business 29 November 2018

US Treasury links crypto addresses to Iranian ransomware scam

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has identified two separate wallet addresses linked to the latest Iranian crypto ransomware plot.

Business 14 November 2018

To fund regime, North Korea hacked crypto exchanges, ran ICOs: report

The North Korean state has been flagged as a persistent bad actor in crypto circles, hacking into South Korean exchanges as well as setting up their own fake ICOs to raise money for the regime.

Interviews 27 August 2018

Blockchain Intelligence Group: If people want crypto growth, work with investigators

Cryptocurrencies are known for their ability to break through jurisdictional borders nearly instantly. But while legitimate users benefit from this, so do criminals. Given this fact, the challenge for regulators is also rising.

Tech 23 August 2018

Lazarus Group-linked Ryuk ransomware targets businesses: report

Dubbed Ryuk, there are suggestions the ransomware attacks could be linked to a North Korean hacker group known to rely on BTC ransom payments.