Recent ransomware attacks: Data shows 50% growth in 2016

Latest Technology News and Expert Advice A roundup of news and tips on the topics you're interested in | April 25, 2017 ISSUE HIGHLIGHTS Recent ransomware attacks: Data shows 50% growth in 2016 How does Overseer spyware work on infected Android apps? What caused the ClixSense privacy breach that exposed user data? How can open FTP servers be protected from Miner-C malware? How can obfuscated macro malware be located and removed? EXPERT ADVICE Recent ransomware attacks: Data shows 50% growth in 2016 With high sums paid, ransomware gets all the attention. But malware is not the only way that criminals gained control of enterprise systems, a new report shows.   How does Overseer spyware work on infected Android apps? Spyware was found on infected Android apps, which were meant to convey embassy information and news, in the Google Play Store. Expert Michael Cobb explains how the spyware works.   What caused the ClixSense privacy breach that exposed user data? A privacy breach at ClixSense led to user account details being put up for sale. Expert Michael Cobb explains how companies should be held accountable for their security practices.   How can open FTP servers be protected from Miner-C malware? Enterprises with open FTP servers are being targeted by Miner-C malware for crypto coin mining activities. Expert Nick Lewis explains how enterprises can protect their servers.   How can obfuscated macro malware be located and removed? A new type of macro malware has the ability to evade the detection of virtual machines and sandbox environments. Expert Nick Lewis explains how to find and remove this malware.   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.