Malware Lab

Malware security alerts, detailed malware analysis reports and ransomware decrypters straight from our industry experts at the Emsisoft Malware Lab.

19/11/2020

6 min read
- Ransomware
How to neutralize the biggest remote working cybersecurity threats

Remote working cybersecurity threats. How organizations can protect remote workers and corporate assets from malware, hackers and scammers.
13/11/2020

4 min read
- Ransomware
Ransomware surges in education sector in Q3 as attackers wait patiently for start of school year

This report examines the surge of ransomware attacks on the education sector in Q3 and the importance of better information sharing between districts.
20/10/2020

3 min read
- Ransomware
Ransomware statistics for 2020: Q3 report

Q3 2020 ransomware statistics. This report shows the most common ransomware strains and countries most affected by ransomware from July 1st to September 30th of 2020.
19/10/2020

7 min read
- Ransomware
- Spotlight on Ransomware
Remote work ransomware protection guide for businesses

A remote working ransomware protection guide. Cybersecurity best practices for securing corporate networks and protecting remote workers from ransomware.
22/09/2020

3 min read
- Ransomware
Ransomware statistics for 2020: Q2 report

Q2 2020 ransomware statistics. This report shows the most common ransomware strains and countries most affected by ransomware from April 1 to June 30, 2020.
21/09/2020

5 min read
- Commentaries
- Ransomware
Enough is enough: Woman’s death highlights the need for a ban on ransom payments

There is only one way to stop ransomware attacks: banning the payment of ransom demands. We take a look at why the time has come for governments to do exactly that.
17/09/2020

10 min read
- Ransomware
8 Critical steps to take after a ransomware attack: Ransomware response guide for businesses

A ransomware response guide for businesses. Actionable steps to take after a ransomware attack and advice on how to reduce the risk on initial infection.
19/08/2020

2 min read
- Ransomware
- Security Essentials
Video series: Cybersecurity essentials for IT pros, researchers and malware enthusiasts

A new video series that offers deep insight into the fundamentals of cybersecurity, malware and threat detection.
19/08/2020

5 min read
- Ransomware
How ransomware attackers evade your organization’s security solutions

How ransomware operators avoid your security solutions and what you can do to protect your network against post-compromise ransomware attacks.
20/07/2020

5 min read
- Ransomware
How to secure RDP from ransomware attackers

COVID-19 has prompted a surge in the number of Internet-exposed RDP servers - and cybercriminals are seeking to capitalize on the opportunity.