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threatsNew Petya / NotPetya / ExPetr ransomware outbreak
A new ransomware outbreak is happening right now. Here’s what we know so far and what you can do to protect yourself from the threat.
ransomwareWannaCry: Are you safe?
What makes the self-replicating encryptor WannaCry so dangerous and how to prevent infection.
Say “No More!” to ransomware once more
Good news: Our international project No More Ransom was joined by more than 30 new allies, gathered 15 new decryption tools, and was translated into 8 more languages.
quizAre you ready for a ransomware attack?
Ransomware terrorizes users and companies around the world, preventing access to data and demanding more and more money for its safe return. Take this quiz and learn how to secure your digital life.
2016 Stat: 75% of ransomware comes from Russian-speaking criminal underground
Three-quarters of crypto-ransomware in 2016 came from the Russian-speaking criminal underground.
No More Ransom saves the day
The story of Marion, a computer user in Germany whose files were encrypted by ransomware — and how she got them back without paying ransom.
Fake Netflix app is actually ransomware
Downloaded a program called Netflix Login Generator? Delete it immediately!
Decrypting CryptXXX version 3 — for free
Kaspersky Lab experts create a cure for CryptXXX. For the third time.
NoMoreRansom: Bigger, better, faster, stronger!
The NoMoreRansom project gets bigger, welcoming new partners, new countries, and new free decryption utilities.
What is ransomware?
What is ransomware? Why do you need to know about it? And how can you protect yourself from it?
Mamba ransomware allows riders free entry to San Francisco Muni
Ransomware infects 2,000 SFMTA computers, makes Muni rides free for the weekend.
LockersRansoc: a convincing threat
Ransoc ransomware gathers data from victim’s social networks and hard drives, and uses it to blackmail victims.
Crysis
Everything you need to know about ransomware
FAQ about ransomware: types, origins, dangers, and how you can stay safe.
Why you should NOT pay ransom to malware creators
Ransomware research shows that paying ransom is no guarantee you’ll get your files back.
cryptors13 countries join our ransomware fighting project
Three months in, we report on the development of No More Ransom and the goals we’ve already achieved.
MarsJoke: the cryptor and the cure
Polyglot, aka MarsJoke, had aspirations. It was trying to be the next CTB-Locker — but we developed a cure.
Fantom ransomware poses as Windows Update
Fantom ransomware displays a fake Windows Update screen while encrypting your files.
WildFire ransomware extinguished
Another piece of ransomware bites the dust: Kaspersky Lab now offers a free decryption tool for the WildFire cryptor.
