Cybercrime

Stronger network security could be the key to preventing a ransomware infection. Follow these five steps to protect your network from ransomware.

https://searchsecurity.techtarget.com/tip/Five-ways-to-prevent-a-ransomware-infection-through-network-security

A look at the con tricks seen during the pandemic.

https://www.itproportal.com/features/covid-19-marks-a-new-low-for-cybercriminals/

The National Crime Agency has partnered with Cyber Security Challenge UK to give students free access to their online platform ‘CyberLand’ over the coming months.

Organisations on the front line in the fight against coronavirus are under attack from Nigeria’s SilverTerrier criminal gang

The general public has taken to the NCSC’s scam reporting service like ducks to water, with thousands of suspicious emails reported to it in just two weeks

https://www.computerweekly.com/news/252482790/NCSC-Covid-19-scam-reporting-service-sees-more-than-160000-reports

Of 292 websites removed since lockdown began on 23 March, 237 were proactively identified by HMRC and 55 were flagged by the public

In just over two weeks, the public has passed on more than 160,000 suspect emails.

The UK public flags more than 160,000 suspicious emails leading to removal of over 300 fake websites.

It features as part of the National Cyber Security Centre’s (NCSC) Cyber Aware campaign which aims to help tackle online criminals.

http://www.wrexham.com/news/new-service-making-it-easier-to-report-suspicious-emails-launched-185381.html

The Maze ransomware attack on Cognizant is worrisome and companies are on their toes now to ensure their cybersecurity readiness. Here’s why taking steps towards maintaining cyber hygiene is crucial now.

https://cio.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/digital-security/maze-ransomware-is-wreaking-havoc-among-enterprises-all-you-need-to-know/75263576