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Do You Know About Ransomware?

Do You Know About Ransomware?

Ransomware is malicious software that can lock you out of your computer and files, holding your previous data for a ransom that when paid, will usually not result in file recovery. In recent years Ransomware has become a real threat in Australia, however according to a recent survey by Acronis only 7.4 percent of Australians say they heard about last[Read More…]

Ransomware – Don’t Pay the Ransom!

Ransomware – Don’t Pay the Ransom!

No doubt you’ve been seeing, hearing or reading about it in the news.  The ‘WannaCry’ ransomware attack has caused the shutdown of hundreds and thousands of computer systems from around the world,  but what was the impact on Australia and how can you stay safe from this kind of threat? Yesterday I spoke with Tim Falinski from Trend Micro Australia – Listen[Read More…]

Australia revealed as Top 10 Ransomware Target

Australia revealed as Top 10 Ransomware Target

Trend Micro’s Internet security roundup report for the first half of this year has revealed that that Ransomware continues to be a growing threat to Australia.   Yesterday I spoke to Tim Falinski about the latest report that focuses on the ransomware threat.   We also talk about the new ‘What’s your story‘ poster competition for kids that has a prize pool[Read More…]

More Aussies falling victim to Ransomware

More Aussies falling victim to Ransomware

Across the globe computers are being held hostage with cyber-criminals demanding cash for data release.  Yes, Ransomware is very real, people are losing data and Money as a result. I recently spoke with Tim Falinski from Trend Micro Australia about just how serious a threat Ransomware has become for Australia – Listen below.  

Recover from Ransomware – Free Tool

Recover from Ransomware – Free Tool

If you’re a victim of ransomware that locks you out of your files or computer with a demand of money for the key help for full recovery is limited, however last week Trend Micro released a free tool that may help some users.  I spoke with Tim Falinski from Trend Micro Australia last week about the new tool and the growing[Read More…]