"Ransomware Groups Are Using Media Coverage to Coerce Victims Into Paying"

According to new Sophos X-Ops research, ransomware gangs use media coverage of attacks to increase pressure on victims to meet their demands. An analysis conducted by Sophos X-Ops emphasized that ransomware groups and the media now have a closer relationship, suggesting that while hackers have traditionally been secretive, some now see the potential in using their publicity to strengthen extortion techniques. Victims may be concerned about the reputational damage that could occur if sensitive information was seized, as well as the fines that they could face from organizations such as the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) for failing to prevent a data breach. This article continues to discuss the use of media coverage by ransomware groups to coerce victims into paying.

ITPro reports "Ransomware Groups Are Using Media Coverage to Coerce Victims Into Paying"

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