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Phishing, ransomware, and malware are just some of the tactics cybercriminals use to attack digital data and information. Learn more about these threats. ...
Posted at Oct 11 2022, 12:00h in backup-management Macrium Software, Marketing
Categories: backup-management, best-practice-advice, business-continuity, crypto-ransomware, cyberattack, cybersecurity, data-recovery, data-security, infosec, it-management, macrium-software, malware, security, antivirus

A growing number of schools encounter cyberattacks through ransomware. These attacks can destroy budgets and interfere with learning. ...
Posted at Sep 21 2022, 12:00h in cyberattack Macrium Software, Marketing
Categories: cyberattack, cybersecurity, data-protection, education, education-technology, infosec, ransomware, ransomware-protection, security, USA, crypto-ransomware

Identifying that cyber safety is not separate from day-to-day responsibilities and does extensively impact hospitals is the beginning of an equipped cybersecurity plan. Technology aids everyday functions. Protecting against potential threats leads to higher-quality of care, uninterrupted service, and secure peace of mind. Ideally, all hospitals would operate with the same mindset on cybersecurity protocols and carefulness. Realistically, healthcare organizations have a long way to go. ...
Posted at Aug 30 2022, 12:00h in cyberattack Macrium Software, Marketing
Categories: cyberattack, cybersecurity, healthcare, infosec, ransomware, security, data-security

State and local governments are vulnerable to cybercriminal activity as “they collect, process, store, and transmit vast amounts of sensitive data.” The wrong hands can weaponize and misuse data. In 2020, hackers carried out 79 individual ransomware attacks against U.S. government organizations. It cost downtime and recovery of nearly $18.88 billion. Clearly, ransomware is pervasive. The attack suspended “municipal operations, ultimately disrupting infrastructure services for 911 systems, utilities, and payment platforms with state and local governments.” ...
Posted at Jul 26 2022, 12:00h in backup Macrium Software, Marketing
Categories: backup, crypto-ransomware, cyberattack, cybersecurity, infosec, macrium, security, USA

Infiltrating government data is highly treacherous and illegal. Cybercriminals may steal government files, share and disclose private information, and disrupt politics to disunify the country. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, under the United States Department of Homeland Security, defends the government against cyber threats. However, much of the U.S. government tends to have a reactive approach to data management and security. Since data supports government work, cybersecurity risks are high. ...
Posted at Jul 19 2022, 12:00h in backup Macrium Software, Marketing
Categories: backup, crypto-ransomware, cyberattack, cybersecurity, data-security, infosec, macrium, USA, Federal Government