[Nicholas Coolman]

The spread of a new ransomware called Try2Cry.

A new ransomware known as Try2Cry is trying to sneak onto other Windows computers by infecting USB flash drives and using Windows shortcuts (LNK files) posing as the targets' files to trick them into infecting themselves. Try2Cry ransomware was discovered by G DATA malware analyst Karsten Hahn (Read more)

G Data software AG is a German company specializing in the publishing of security software. Founded in 1985 in Bochum, G Data today employs more than 400 people. G Data solutions are distributed in more than 90 countries around the world. Wikipedia

Ransomware, or ransomware, represents a ubiquitous computer threat, it encrypts files on a system, demanding a ransom for their decryption. These sneak attacks often cripple businesses and individuals, causing financial and critical data losses. Cybercriminals use various infiltration methods, such as phishing emails and software vulnerabilities, to spread their malware.

Many resident security solutions provide real-time protection against ransomware. But gangs regularly evolve their ransomware to counter the decryption keys offered. Some ransomware like Raas babuk are real scams and do not provide the decryption key after the ransom is paid. Generally security experts and legal authorities recommend not paying the requested ransom.

The consequences of ransomware go beyond data loss, also affecting the reputation and trust of victims. Prevention, through regular updates, security awareness and reliable backup solutions, remains essential to counter this growing threat.

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Try2Cry ransomware adopts USB drive propagation using LNK files

Try2Cry ransomware adopts USB drive propagation using LNK files. The last ransomware that did the same was the infamous Spora. However, Try2Cry's code looks strangely familiar. (Read more)

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