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Why paying the ransom is a mistake

New research from Databarracks reveals 44% of organizations that suffered a ransomware attack, paid the ransom. 34% recovered from backups, while 22% used ransomware decryption tools. The findings come from the Databarracks 2022 Data Health Check. Th.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityOct 12th, 2022

Ransomware: To pay or not to pay

Comprehensive security plans and programs must focus on defense, but also on answering these key question: “How will the organization respond to a ransomware attack?”, and “At what point will the option of paying the ransom be on the table?”.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 15th, 2023

Dell fined $6.5M after admitting it made overpriced monitors look discounted

Dell Australia is paying for something many of its peers are guilty of. Enlarge (credit: Dell) Dell's Australia arm has been slapped with a $10 million AUD (about $6.49 million) fine for "making false and misleading rep.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsAug 15th, 2023

The Dynamic Island was the biggest iPhone mistake in years

The Dynamic Island was one of the selling points of the iPhone 14 Pro devices, but it's a year later, and it's been nothing but a disappointment......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsAug 14th, 2023

I made a mistake with my Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5

I bought a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 in Samsung's special blue color. And it looks great! But I wish I knew something important before I got it......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsAug 14th, 2023

How to watch Virgin Galactic send its first private tourist to edge of space

Virgin Galactic is about to use its rocket-powered aircraft to send its first fee-paying passenger to the edge of space......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsAug 8th, 2023

Navigating the gray zone of ransomware payment practices

Ransomware remains a lucrative tool for cybercriminals as attackers continue to target a wide array of businesses. In response to this growing threat, an increasing number of organizations are compelled to meet ransom demands, perceiving it as their.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 7th, 2023

X user “super pissed” that Musk ordered takeover of his @music account

X user quits paying for Twitter Blue to protest X commandeering his account. Enlarge (credit: NurPhoto / Contributor | NurPhoto) About a week after X commandeered the popular @X account from longtime Twitter user Gene X.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsAug 5th, 2023

Apple paying out $0.24 per-share dividend on August 17

Following Apple's latest earnings report edging out Wall Street predictions, the company's board of directors has authorized a new cash dividend for shareholders, payable in mid-August.Steve Jobs Theater at Apple ParkApple on Thursday announced its l.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsAug 4th, 2023

I almost made a terrible mistake when I first used the Galaxy Z Fold 5

I don't want you to make the same mistake I almost did about the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5, and that's to treat it as a boring update. It's absolutely not......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsAug 3rd, 2023

Embarrassed about paying Musk for Twitter Blue? You can hide the checkmark now

From verification symbol to source of shame: Paying users can hide blue checks. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | NurPhoto) Twitter's subscription service has a new feature for users who don't want the world to know they'r.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsAug 2nd, 2023

Oppenheimer Offers Us a Fresh Warning of AI"s Danger

The U.S. ignored Oppenheimer’s warnings about nuclear weapons and rushed to build and deploy a dangerous technology. We must not make the same mistake with AI.....»»

Category: scienceSource:  sciamRelated NewsJul 28th, 2023

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 vs. Motorola Razr Plus: don’t make a mistake

The Motorola Razr Plus is one of the best folding flip phones you can buy in 2023. But the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 has arrived — and it packs a punch......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsJul 27th, 2023

The Galaxy Watch 6 Classic proves Samsung made a huge mistake in 2022

The Galaxy Watch 6 Classic is a truly exciting smartwatch, and its announcement shows Samsung made a big mistake last year with the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsJul 27th, 2023

Meta stock climbs after company posts 11% revenue growth

Meta's "year of efficiency" seems to be paying off. The Facebook-parent company on Wednesday reported revenue of some $32 billion for its quarter ending in June, marking a 11% increase compared to the same period last year and beating Wall Street's e.....»»

Category: topSource:  cnnRelated NewsJul 26th, 2023

Download the macOS Rancho Cucamonga wallpapers [U: New dark version]

Basic Apple Guy is back this weekend with another gorgeous wallpaper for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. The new design has roots in a Craig Federighi joke that’s turned into a serene and beautiful design paying homage to the imaginary “macOS Rancho Cuca.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  9to5macRelated NewsJul 25th, 2023

Spotify subscriber numbers grew significantly – and so did its losses

Spotify subscriber numbers grew significantly in the second quarter of the year, says the company, citing big growth in both free and paying users … more… The post Spotify subscriber numbers grew significantly – and so did its losses appeare.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  9to5macRelated NewsJul 25th, 2023

Strengthening the weakest links in the digital supply chain

In this Help Net Security video, Marc Gaffan, CEO at IONIX, discusses how businesses’ biggest cybersecurity mistake is not protecting the full external attack surface that continues to expand to include a businesses’ entire digital supply cha.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsJul 24th, 2023

Why price does not indicate how long clothes will last

Paying more for clothes does not necessarily mean they will last longer, according to new research carried out by the School of Design......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJul 20th, 2023

Save $50 on Apple"s new Beats Studio Pro wireless headphones

Save $50 off retail when you order Beats Studio Pro Wireless Headphones at B&H. But don't delay, as this could be a pricing mistake and the offer may end at any time.The AppleInsider Deals Team is tracking the best Beats Studio Pro prices, and B&H's.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsJul 20th, 2023

Netflix adds nearly 6 million paid subscribers amid password sharing crackdown

Netflix's crackdown on password sharing appears to be paying off......»»

Category: topSource:  cnnRelated NewsJul 19th, 2023