Fortunately, not every cybercrook in the world is a good coder. Let’s hope it stays that way…
Tag Archives: cryptolocker
Gameover and CryptoLocker revisited – the important lessons we can learn
Which is worse – Gameover or CryptoLocker? What can we learn from the recent US-led takedown of this notorious crimeware? More importantly, what advice should we be passing on to other people?
Mobile malware, Gameover, CryptoLocker, and SSL/TLS holes – 60 Sec Security [VIDEO]
How long has mobile malware been around? Is it really game over for Gameover and CryptoLocker? Which cryptographic security libraries need patching? It’ll only take a minute to find out…
CryptoLocker wannabe “Simplelocker” scrambles your files, holds your Android to ransom
“If the crooks keep copying Windows threats that were financially lucrative,” you’re thinking, “we’ll soon see Android ransomware that doesn’t just lock your device, but locks up your data instead, or as well.” Guess what?
SSCC 150 – TrueCrypt, Gameover, CryptoLocker and whither mobile malware? [PODCAST]
This week, Chet and Duck dig into the bafflement of the disappearing TrueCrypt encryption software: did it jump, or was it pushed? They also look at the takedown of Gameover and CryptoLocker, and look into what we can learn from ten years of mobile malware.
Has CryptoLocker been cracked? Is Gameover over?
Gameover, also known as Gameover Zeus, is one of the most notorious botnets of recent times. And CryptoLocker is the Big Daddy of the ransomware scene, scrambling all your data and demanding $300 to get it back. A team of global law enforcement agencies have taken them on…and YOU can help them win!
Android “police warning” ransomware – how to avoid it, and what to do if you get caught
With ransomware like “Koler” making its way to Android, locking your device and demanding $300 to keep you out of trouble with the police, it’s important to keep informed about Android threats. John Zorabedian gives you five tips on how to keep your Android safe…