A critical vulnerability (CVE-2020-0796) called “EternalDarkness” in the SMB protocol was reported yesterday in Windows systems, specifically Windows 10 and Windows Server. The vulnerability can be prevented on servers with a workaround, but not on private machines. In any case, Microsoft recommends updating systems as soon as updates are available … continue reading

The data is encrypted, recovery takes a long time, customers are dissatisfied – these were the most successful ransomware attacks for 2019. If large organizations, companies or government agencies are affected by an attack, it can quickly run into millions of dollars. Norsk Hydro – the aluminium producer from Norway … continue reading

Victims of ransomware, i.e. encryption Trojans, are asked to pay a ransom to decrypt their files and then use and edit them again. An incident from Hamburg shows that the criminals’ business model can work. However, the incident is a bad signal to criminals and future victims. Paying money and … continue reading

With the help of NoMoreRansom, encryption trojans can be detected and with a bit of luck you can decrypt the files without having to pay ransom. One email, one wrong click and a moment of inattention is all it takes for the encryption trojan to run rampant on your hard … continue reading

The Healbox is a project of the Institute for Internet Security, the State Office of Criminal Investigation and eco – Association of the Internet Economy and provides malware and ransomware protection for the e-mail inbox. Small and medium-sized companies often do not have the financial means to protect themselves extensively … continue reading