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Apps that are claiming they are coronvirus COVID-19 trackers are actually ransomware, don't download them.

Goodnight ransomware, it was good knowing you - cryptojacking is the future of cyber crimes.

The new wave of ransomware holds your files hostage, makes you play PUBG.

Don't download this malicious Android app, as it'll want $500 in ransom after it snaps a photo of you for proof.

Criminals finding all sorts of exciting ways to compromise users.

Yikes! New Breaking Bad-themed ransomware pops up, causing problems for victims in Australia.

Cybercriminals victimizing users with ransomware are converting bitcoins into currency due to volatile valuation.

Cybercriminals operating overseas are having their way with SMBs falling victim to ransomware cyberattacks.

Kaspersky Lab and the Dutch police are providing CoinVault ransomware decryption keys online for victims to use.

Companies are struggling to combat ransomware attacks, with employees causing problems after falling prey to social engineering tactics.

It looks like at least 30% of companies would pay a ransom if compromised by cybercriminals.

Ransomware attacks are growing in sophistication, and the problem could get worse in 2015.

Cybercriminals are improving their ransomware techniques, infecting a wider range of victims.

Cybercriminals are cashing in with ransomware attacks victimizing unsuspecting business users.

Police agency forced to pay $500 in bitcoins to end ransomware siege due to Cryptoware.

Nonprofits are at risk of malware and ransomware attacks, and need to be vigilant to identify and avoid these threats.

Lookout says ransomware attacks against Google Android users rose 75 percent in 2014.

Ransomware cyberattacks continue to plague businesses and corporations, as social engineering remains successful tactic.

New type of ransomware making the rounds, showing increased sophistication.

The CoinVault ransomware adds a new twist to ransomware, with cybercriminals allowing victims to decrypt one file for free.

The Dickson County Sheriff's Office in Tennessee fell victim to the Cryptowall ransomware, forced to fork over cash to have files released.

The new CryptoWall variant has moved to the TOR network, making it even more difficult to clamp down on.

Security awareness training firm KnowBe4 outlined how the CryptoWall ransomware is compromising many unsuspecting small and mid-size businesses.

Security firm Lookout identifies the 'ScarePakage' malware targeting U.S. smartphone owners, demanding ransom payments so users can regain control.

Police departments are being targeted with custom malware, demanding payment in exchange for files that were compromised during the attack.

New Trojan, likely created by Russian hackers, is now in the wild, targeting U.S. and U.K. mobile banking users.

Two Russians have been arrested for their role in Apple iCloud ransomware attacks targeting users.

Security firm KnowBe4 will pay ransoms if companies are hit by ransomware following the company's security training geared for businesses.

Installing unknown software, or visiting suspicious websites, could lead to Google Android users being infected with ransomware.

Britain's National Crime Agency has warned users have just two weeks to prepare for a joint GoZeus and Cryptolocker assault.

The Cryptolocker ransomware has evolved and now targets Google Android devices, in addition to Microsoft Windows PCs, security researchers warn.

Cybercriminals are improving their skills and next-generation ransomware is plaguing Internet users, as criminals launching the attacks get paid.

Security efforts are improving inside of companies, but human error and other avoidable incidents help open the door to malware, ransomware, etc.

The Cryptolocker ransomware caught another victim when a chamber of commerce in Vermont had to pay $5000 to upgrade PCs and other hardware.

Crafty Trojan also infects users with ransomware, leading to even more PC security issues.

The Cryptolocker ransomware continues to cause issues for businesses in the US and western world, with 40% of those infected paying up.

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GoDaddy DNS has been compromised, some users being forwarded to rogue subdomains.

Skype users are the subject of a ransomware and click fraud scam that is going around, be wary of li.

A new strain of malware locks your computer and demands payment for illegal music downloads.