Even with rise in crypto-ransomware, majority do not pay

Latest Technology News and Expert Advice A roundup of news and tips on the topics you're interested in | January 06, 2017 ISSUE HIGHLIGHTS Even with rise in crypto-ransomware, majority do not pay Why have macro malware authors moved toward using OLE technology? How does auto-rooting malware LevelDropper gain device root access? How is Windows BITS used to redownload malware after its removal? Definition: malware (malicious software) EXPERT ADVICE Even with rise in crypto-ransomware, majority do not pay With data increasingly held hostage, companies are learning the downside of encryption and cryptocurrency. As some organizations admit to paying ransoms, will the problem get worse?   Why have macro malware authors moved toward using OLE technology? Threat actors are moving from macro malware to using OLE technology to spread their malicious code. Expert Michael Cobb explains what enterprises should look out for.   How does auto-rooting malware LevelDropper gain device root access? Auto-rooting app LevelDropper has the ability to silently root devices and gain system level privileges. Expert Michael Cobb explains how to detect and stop it.   How is Windows BITS used to redownload malware after its removal? Malicious Windows BITS tasks set up by attackers can reinfect systems even after the malware has been removed. Expert Nick Lewis explains how to locate and remove these tasks.   Definition: malware (malicious software) Malware is software that is harmful to users or their computing systems. Find out about the different kinds of malware and what they can do.   About This E-Newsletter This email is published by the TechTarget Security Media Group. Copyright 2017 TechTarget, Inc. All rights reserved. Designated trademarks and brands are the property of their respective owners. To unsubscribe from all Security Media Group emails, Go to unsubscribe. TechTarget Security Media Group, 275 Grove Street, Newton, MA 02466 Contact: webmaster@techtarget.com When you access content from this email, your information may be shared with the sponsors of that content as described in our Privacy Policy. About TechTarget: TechTarget publishes media for IT pros with more than 100 focused websites providing quick access to a deep store of news, advice and analysis about the technologies, products and processes crucial to your job.