Ransomware hackers have victimized PC hardware company Gigabyte, in the latest of multiple data breaches recently occurring in the global tech space.
Ransomware involves sending malicious software via phishing (sending real-looking fake emails) which could fool people into clicking a bad link. This link will trigger a denial of service (DOS), allowing the hackers to hold any company's important data hostage temporarily. They will only give the stolen data back after the victimized organization pays a ransom, thus the name.
Hackers can steal sensitive information, which can be worth millions, which is why ransomware attacks are very, very serious threats.
How To Protect Against Ransomware
It's actually a bit easy to prevent a ransomware hack from happening.
You just have to be alert and very critical of everything you see or receive for individual users. Remember that most of these hackers use phishing/fake emails to fool people. If you receive an email that you know you're not supposed to get, immediately delete the email and don't click on anything in it.
For corporations, security experts recommend that you only allow employees to work with minimal digital privileges unless you're sure you can trust them with sensitive information. Malware can't take over computers and other systems if access privileges are severely limited, especially at the lowest clearance levels. Keeping security software and hardware updated is also an excellent way of preventing hackers from barging in.
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Written by RJ Pierce
