[Krebs on Security] New Ransom Payment Schemes Target Executives, Telemedicine

Krebs on Security has posted a new item. Ransomware groups are constantly devising new methods for infecting victims and convincing them to pay up, but a couple of strategies tested recently seem especially devious. The first centers on targeting healthcare organizations that offer consultations over the Internet and sending them booby-trapped medical records for the "patient." The other involves carefully editing email inboxes of public company executives to make it appear that some were involved in insider trading. Please use the link above to continue reading this posting. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Over half of organizations have made changes to their cybersecurity structure over the last two years in response to this shift in business environments, but it’s barely moved the needle. The number of cyberattacks has increased, specifically through third-party vendor access, and businesses are failing to take proactive steps to secure internal and external access points. Download the Ponemon report sponsored by SecureLink to learn: - What organizations are doing to protect mission-critical systems and thwart cyber threats - Statistics on cybersecurity efforts by industry - Key factors in a successful cybersecurity strategy Download the report here: * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * You received this e-mail because you asked to be notified when new updates are posted. Best regards, BrianKrebs P.S. You may manage your subscription here: