Data Exfiltration

The Johnson Controls Ransomware Attack – Impact and Key Insights Review

In September 2023, Johnson Controls International suffered a ransomware attack linked to the Dark Angels group, resulting in the theft of 27TB of sensitive data. The breach caused $27 million in losses and disrupted operations, highlighting the critical need for robust cybersecurity defenses.

BlackCat Ransomware: What It Is and How to Defend Against It

Learn how to protect your business from BlackCat ransomware with essential insights, ransomware prevention tips, and actionable defense strategies to mitigate risk.

The Cybersecurity Implications of Remote vs Office Work

Explore the cybersecurity challenges and benefits of remote work versus office environments. From network vulnerabilities to social engineering risks, learn how to secure your workforce, whether they’re working from home or the office.

Ransomware Meets Retail: Sainsbury’s, Starbucks and Morrisons Feel the Heat from Blue Yonder Attack

The Blue Yonder ransomware attack disrupted major retailers like Sainsbury’s, Starbucks, and Morrisons, highlighting the vulnerabilities of global supply chains and the urgent need for stronger cybersecurity defenses.

Top 5 Cyberattacks During Black Friday and Thanksgiving

Find out about the top five biggest cyberattacks for Black Friday and Thanksgiving, from data breaches and ransomware, to see the risks businesses experience during the holidays.

Healthcare Ransomware Attacks: How to Prevent and Respond Effectively

Learn how to protect yourself from healthcare ransomware attacks. We discuss the main security weaknesses, suggest security steps, and offer possible means of protecting patient information.

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.

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.

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.

Data Exfiltration Extortion Now Averages $5.21 Million According to IBM’s Report

According to IBM's 2024 Data Breach Report, the financial toll of data exfiltration extortion has surged, with the average cost now reaching $5.21 million per incident. This alarming trend highlights the growing sophistication of cybercriminals and the increasing financial risks organizations face when sensitive data is compromised. As data breaches continue to escalate, businesses must prioritize robust cybersecurity measures to mitigate these costly threats.