Jul, 2016 : Symantec Says Ransomware Becoming More Advanced, Targeted
📅 - Hackers using ransomware, software that blocks data and asks for money in return for access to the data, are using more advanced, targeted techniques common in cyber-espionage cases, Symantec reported.
Individuals are still the main target of ransomware attacks, accounting for around 57% of victims. However, attacks on businesses and large organizations are increasing, with the largest spike occuring in late 2015. These findings were released in Symantec's “Ransomware and Businesses” report on Tuesday.
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