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600 Million Differences Between Hackers and Cybercriminals

16 Aug 2021 1 minute read 3 comments Matthew Rosenquist $0.15

There are 600 Million Differences Between Hackers and Cybercriminals… An amazing story is emerging from a massive cryptocurrency exploitation that exemplifies the difference between a ‘hacker’ and a ‘cybercriminal’.     Interested in more cybersecur...

Arguments Against Criminalizing Ransomware Payments

11 Aug 2021 1 minute read 9 comments Matthew Rosenquist $0.57

The goal is to effectively end ransomware as a significant cybersecurity risk for everyone. In exploring the different strategic options, one path has emerged superior, in which the flow of money to the ransomware attackers is essentially stopped. T...

This is How to End Ransomware

27 Jul 2021 1 minute read 5 comments Matthew Rosenquist $0.05

We can rid the world of ransomware attacks to such an extent they are no longer a likely risk vector! It is possible, but we all have to work together. This is not a sales pitch; in fact, I explain why no product or service can truly deliver us from...

Why REvil Ransomware Group Suddenly Disappeared

20 Jul 2021 1 minute read 0 comments Matthew Rosenquist $0.43

The notorious REvil ransomware cybercriminal group suddenly disappeared without explanation, spurring lots of speculation in the cybersecurity community. In this week’s video, we go over the results of a recent poll among security professionals that...

Ransomware Explained - Ending Ransomware

14 Jul 2021 1 minute read 4 comments Matthew Rosenquist $0.24

Stopping ransomware from being an impactful menace is the grand goal, but what are the specific criteria for success we should be striving for? Without clear objectives, we are often consumed with trivial aspects and never attain the desired end-sta...

Ransomware Explained - 3 Fundamental Ways to Stop Cyberattacks

6 Jul 2021 1 minute read 0 comments Matthew Rosenquist $0.46

There are only 3 fundamental ways to stop attacks from motivated and intelligent adversaries. Let’s identify and explore those options, and discuss how they may be applied to undermine Ransomware.   This video is the latest installment of a multi-pa...

Ransomware Cybersecurity Fireside Chat

29 Jun 2021 1 minute read 0 comments Matthew Rosenquist $0.39

In today’s fireside chat, we discuss the relevance, proactive, and reactive considerations every organization should consider as they face Ransomware.  I am joined by Alex Rayter, Principal at Phoenix 2.0, and Justin Daniels, Corporate Cybersecurity...

Ransomware Explained - Understanding the Attackers

23 Jun 2021 1 minute read 1 comment Matthew Rosenquist $0.97

Understanding the attackers is the first step in identifying an effective, efficient, and sustainable paths to mitigating the risks of ransomware. The root cause of ransomware resides with the people behind the attacks.  Recognizing threat agent’s...

Ransomware Explained - Increasing Costs and Impact

15 Jun 2021 1 minute read 1 comment Matthew Rosenquist $1.17

Ransomware risks are skyrocketing with increasing costs, more attacks, and greater impacts that are expanding to affect everyone! It is a growing threat to organizations and national critical infrastructures connected to the Internet.  Ransomware put...

Ransomware Explained Video Series

9 Jun 2021 1 minute read 2 comments Matthew Rosenquist $1.76

Ransomware is a rising threat to every organization, device, and person connected to the Internet.  All the products, services, and critical infrastructures are at risk of being victimized.  We are all being impacted by this type of cybercrime and i...