Tool time: Picking DDoS prevention products

Latest Technology News and Expert Advice A roundup of news and tips on the topics you're interested in | July 03, 2017 ISSUE HIGHLIGHTS Tool time: Picking DDoS prevention products Petya ransomware scam: Lost files can't be restored Petya-like global ransomware attack can be mitigated The ELSA project enables hackers to track and store geolocation data NotPetya ransomware trend moving towards sophistication NEWS Petya ransomware scam: Lost files can't be restored Researchers discovered the rash of Petya-like attacks are nothing more than a ransomware scam, and list files are impossible to restore.   Petya-like global ransomware attack can be mitigated A new global ransomware attack has been spreading quickly using the same exploits as WannaCry, but researchers have already found ways to protect users from the damage.   The ELSA project enables hackers to track and store geolocation data News roundup: The ELSA project -- one of the released CIA hacking tools -- can track device locations. Plus, Senators move to ban Kaspersky Lab products from the military, and more.   NotPetya ransomware trend moving towards sophistication NotPetya represented advanced malware compared to its cousin WannaCry, but also showed sophistication experts worry may be a ransomware trend.   EXPERT ADVICE Tool time: Picking DDoS prevention products DDoS prevention is an urgent security need for any company. Learn how to select the products and services that will best strengthen your defense against denial of service attacks.   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.