What is ShrinkLocker? ShrinkLocker is a family of ransomware that encrypts an organisation’s data and demands a ransom payment in order to restore access to their files. It was first identified by security researchers in May 2024, after attacks were observed in Mexico, Indonesia, and Jordan. So far, so normal. What makes it noteworthy? The … Read more
Ransomware and Data Breaches: The Hidden Costs and How to Protect Your UK Business Few things are as damaging—and potentially devastating—to a business as a ransomware attack or a data breach. For UK Small to Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs), these cyber threats can hit especially hard, with severe financial repercussions, disrupted operations, and often a damaged … Read more
The City of Columbus, Ohio’s state capital, has confirmed that hackers stole the personal data of 500,000 residents during a July ransomware attack. In a filing with Maine’s attorney general, Columbus confirmed that a “foreign cyber threat actor” compromised its network to access information including residents’ names, dates of birth, addresses, identification documents, Social Security … Read more
Japanese electronics giant Casio has confirmed that many of its systems remain unusable almost two weeks after it was hit by a ransomware attack. Casio spokesperson Ayuko Hara told TechCrunch on Thursday that the company sees “no prospect of recovery yet” as it struggles to bounce back from the cyberattack. “Since October 5, our servers … Read more
Japanese electronics giant Casio has confirmed that a ransomware attack earlier this month resulted in the theft of customer data. Casio first confirmed on October 7 it had been hit by a cyberattack, but at the time did not reveal the nature of the incident that caused unspecified “system disruption” across the company. In an … Read more
