Cybersecurity

Everything That You Need to Know About the Dark Web and Cybercrime

Learn about the dark web, including who uses it, how it operates, and what tools cybercriminals obtain on it. Find out how BlackFog monitors networks, forums, and ransomware leak sites in order to stay ahead of new threats.

The Rise of Ransomware-as-a-Service and Decline of Custom Tool Development

Learn how ransomware-as-a-service is simplifying ransomware tool creation and increasing ransomware attack accessibility in cybercrime. Find out how modern ransomware syndications use RaaS.

What Causes Victims to Pay in a Ransomware Attack? The Psychology

Learn the main reasons why victims of a ransomware attack are forced to pay, such as the need to avoid operational disruption or the deceptive methods used by attackers to establish confidence.

The Hidden Crisis: How Stress is Forcing 1 in 4 Chief Information Security Officers to Quit

According to research we recently commissioned, 1 in 4 CISOs are considering quitting their jobs within the next six months, and 54% are open to new opportunities.

Is Transparency Important Beyond Compliance After a Cyberattack?

Understand whether transparency following a cyberattack matters beyond compliance - with real-life examples like Uber's cover-up. Learn the benefits and risks of transparency - from trust building to reputation risk.

TAG Blog Series 4 – An ADX Action Plan for Enterprise

In this 4th blog series, we explore the benefits of Anti Data Exfiltration (ADX) and how BlackFog effectively implements this crucial on-device protection. We provide actionable recommendations for developing an ADX action plan tailored to various organizational needs and business scenarios, ensuring practical and effective deployment of ADX solutions.

Big Game Hunting is on the Rise in Cybercrime

Big game hunting in cybercrime refers to attacks where cybercriminals target large organizations with the goal of demanding hefty ransoms. This article explores the tactics used in these attacks, provides real-world examples, and explains why this form of cybercrime is becoming increasingly common.

RansomHub: The Rise of a New Ransomware Threat

Explore RansomHub, a ransomware group emerging in Feb 2024. Discover their tactics, notable attacks, sophisticated techniques, and links to other cybercriminals.

Massive Cloud Provider Cyberattacks in 2024: Examples and Prevention Strategies

Cloud provider cyberattacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated in 2024, with incidents like the AWS breach affecting millions of users. This article explores real-world examples of cyberattacks on cloud providers, highlights vulnerabilities such as misconfigurations, and offers essential prevention strategies like access control, secure coding practices, and attack surface management to safeguard your cloud infrastructure.

TAG Blog Series 3 – How ADX is Integrated by BlackFog

Integrating Anti Data Exfiltration (ADX) solutions is essential for enterprise cybersecurity. This article examines how BlackFog's ADX enhances existing technologies by focusing on prevention and the shift-left paradigm. It illustrates ADX's effectiveness against ransomware and its support for modern managed security service providers, demonstrating how ADX integration creates a comprehensive security solution.