A notorious ransomware group demanded millions from Fulton County. The official in charge refused to pay.
CBS News featured our data in this article on a recent ransomware attack in Fulton County.
Veeam Data Platform v12.3 encompasses three key objectives for enterprises
Help Net Security covered the launch of Veeam Data Platform v12.3, including the Recon Scanner built by Coveware.
Misleading Metrics: Unraveling Ransom Payment Statistics in Australia
Bill Siegel examines how the spread of misleading information about ransomware can negatively impact business decision-making.
Veeam Recon Scanner identifies adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures
Help Net Security covered the launch of Veeam Recon Scanner technology, developed by Coveware.
Over Half of Breached UK Firms Pay Ransom
Our findings were included in this article looking at the surge in UK ransomware attacks.
Ransomware actors pivot away from major brands in Q2 2024
Our Q2 2024 ransomware report was covered by Security Boulevard.
Ransomware Surges Annually Despite Law Enforcement Takedowns
Infosecurity referenced our Q1 2024 data in this article on the continuing rise of ransomware attacks.
What to do about the rise of unknown attack vectors in the ransomware playbook
SC Media used our data in their discussion on the rise in ransomware powered by "unknown" attack vectors.
RaaS devs hurt their credibility by cheating affiliates in Q1 2024
Security Boulevard published the findings from our Q1 2024 ransomware report.
Cross Examining Cyber
This podcast featured Bill Siegel, discussing the establishment of Coveware, the value of good data, cyber extortion payment trends and the challenging geopolitics we all face.
Why are ransomware gangs making so much money?
Tech Crunch included our findings in this article looking at the record-breaking ransomware figures for 2023.
Declining Ransomware Payments: Shift in Hacker Tactics?
Our findings were included in this article by Security Boulevard on how ransomware tactics may evolve.
Ransomware payments are falling fast as victims refuse to pay
This article covered our latest Coverware ransomware report from Q4 2023.
Growing Number of Ransomware Victims Are Refusing to Pay
PC Magazine reviewed our latest ransomware report from Q4 2023.
Ransomware payments drop to record low as victims refuse to pay
BleepingComputer reported in detail our latest report from Q4 2023.
New Ransomware Reporting Requirements Kick in as Victims Increasingly Avoid Paying
Security Boulevard covered our recent quarterly report including the topic of ransomware payment bans.
Insurer’s UK Honeypots Attacked 17 Million Times Per Day
This article included our Q3 2023 data on the percentage of Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) compromises.
Clorox, Boeing, MGM and More: Why Big Hacks Have Surged in 2023
Bloomberg spoke to Coveware CEO, Bill Siegel, about the surge in large-scale ransomware attacks in 2023.
The New Era Of Ransomware—And What It Means For Businesses
Forbes included our data in this post looking at recent ransomware trends.
Scattered Ransomware Attribution Blurs Focus on IR Fundamentals
Security Boulevard covered our Q3 2023 ransomware report in detail.
FBI: Dual ransomware attack victims now get hit within 48 hours
Coveware CEO Bill Siegel told BleepingComputer that double-encryption has been a thing for years, in this article on duel ransomware attacks.
The Real Concern Of BEC Attacks In Real Estate
Our data featured in this Forbes article looking at business email compromise (BEC) attacks.
Coveware: Rate of victims paying ransom continues to plummet
Tech Target covered our Q2 2023 report in detail, looking at the decline in ransomware payments over the last few years.
MOVEit Hack Could Earn Cybercriminals $100M as Number of Confirmed Victims Grows
Security Week referenced our latest ransomware report in this article looking at the Cl0p gang MOVEit hack.
Has the MOVEit hack paid off for Cl0p?
Our data was included in the article by Help Net Security looking at the MOVEit hack.
MOVEit Attacks Could Yield Up To $100M In Extortion Payments: Cyber Firm
CRN used our latest data in their coverage on the MOVEit ransomware attacks.
Clop gang to earn over $75 million from MOVEit extortion attacks
In this article on the MOVEit ransomware attacks, Bleeping Computer used our Q2 2023 data.
Ransom Monetization Rates Fall to Record Low Despite Jump In Average Ransom Payments
Security Boulevard covered our Q2 2023 ransomware report in detail.
Spot Fake Extortion Attacks Without Wasting Time and Money
Security Intellegence looked at the tactic we call Phantom Incident Extortion.
Ransomware resurgence after ‘strange year’ in 2022, insurance data shows
SC Media discussed how a lack of standardized reporting from victims can result in contradictory reports on ransomware payment levels.
Will Threat Actors Face Layoffs in 2023?
Security Intellegence looked at how the drop in ransomware payments is affecting threat actors.
Fight Against Ransomware Follows Government Recommendations
Our data was included in this article looking at the fall in the number of ransomware demands paid in 2022.
Big Game Hunting is back despite decreasing Ransom Payment Amounts
Security Boulevard published an article looking at our Q1 2023 ransomware report findings.
Why Are a Record Low Number of Ransoms Being Paid?
Security Intellegence used our data in this article on the fall in ransom payment rates.
Fake ransomware gang targets U.S. orgs with empty data leak threats
Bleeping Computer reported our data in this article looking at ransomware extortion scams.
20% of Ransomware Attacks Involve Victim Harassment
HIPAA Journal included our data in this article looking at why ransomware gangs are adopting more aggressive tactics.
Is ransomware declining? Not so fast, experts say
Our Director of Incident Response, Elizabeth Cookson, was quoted in this article on her optimism toward declining ransomware levels.
Hackers Extort Less Money, Are Laid Off as New Tactics Thwart More Ransomware Attacks
Coveware CEO Bill Siegel was quoted in this article on the drop in payments to cybercriminals, as companies get better at bouncing back from attacks.
Fewer ransomware victims are paying up. But there's a catch
ZD Net covered our findings and the reasons why the number of ransom payments has declined.
Cyber-crime gangs' earnings slide as victims refuse to pay
Coveware’s Bill Siegel was featured in this article discussing how clients are becoming increasingly reluctant to give in to hackers.
Ransom refusals hit attackers where it hurts: 40% revenue drop in 2022 — Chainalysis
Our data was included in this coverage that looks at how ransomware victims are becoming less reluctant to pay up.
Improved Security and Backups Result in Record Low Number of Ransomware Payments
Security Boulevard covered our Q4 2022 ransomware report in detail.
Ransomware Revenue Plunged in 2022 as More Victims Refuse to Pay Up
Security Week reported our findings that the percentage of companies that paid ransomware demands in 2022 dropped to 41%, from 50% in 2021.
Ransomware Profits Decline as Victims Dig In
Our report was included in this coverage looking at the sharp drop in ransomware revenues for threat actors in 2022.
Ransomware payments down, fewer victims paying
Our data was included in this feature on the drop in ransomware payments.
Ransomware profits drop 40% in 2022 as victims refuse to pay
Bleeping Computer reported our data in this article looking at fewer victims paying ransomware demands.
Fewer Companies Are Paying Ransoms to Hackers, Researchers Say
Coveware’s data was cited in this coverage showing that the number of clients that have paid a ransom after an attack has steadily decreased since 2019.
What is the Relationship Between Ransomware and Phishing?
Security Boulevard included our data in this article on the relationship between ransomware and phishing.
Ransom Realpolitik: Paying for Data Deletion Is for Suckers
Bill Siegel wrote a piece for BankInfoSecurity urging victims to never pay for any promise or guarantees to delete data.
Ransomware: 'Amateur' Tactics Lead Fewer Victims to Pay
Bank Info Security reported the findings of our Q3 2022 ransomware report.
Uber Verdict Raises New Risks for Ransom Payments
Security Boulevard published our Q3 Ransomware report including an analysis of the Uber ransomware verdict.
Ransom Payment Data Suggests More Victims are Choosing Not to Pay
Our latest ransomware report was covered in this article by HIPAA Journal.
Ransomware gangs are hitting roadblocks, but aren’t stopping (yet)
Help Net Security used our findings in this article looking at why ransomware attacks are in decline.
RaaS Groups Forced to Change Tack as Payments Decline
Info security looked at our Q2 2022 ransomware report findings that RaaS operators are evolving their tactics.
Ransomware Ecosystem: Big-Name Brands Becoming a Liability
Bank Info Security looked in detail at the findings of our Q2 2022 ransomware report.
Microsoft Connects USB Worm Attacks to 'EvilCorp' Ransomware Gang
Security Week covered our Q2 2022 ransomware report in this article.
Median ransom payments dropped 51% in Q2
TechTarget analyzed our latest report on Q2 2022 ransomware trends.
Ransomware payments are falling as victims refuse to pay up
This article looked at Coveware’s findings that although ransomware payments have dropped, the value of the payments has risen.
Fewer Ransomware Victims Pay, as Median Ransom Falls in Q2 2022
Security Boulevard publised an in-depth analysis of our Q2 2022 ransomware report.
Ransom payments fall as fewer victims choose to pay hackers
Bleeping Computer reported our ransomware data from Q2 2022.
HSGAC Hearing Recap: Ransomware Attacks and Ransom Payments Enabled by Cryptocurrency
Bill Siegel gave Security Boulevard a recap of his testimony at the HSGAC hearing.
Ransomware is the result, what is the cause?
Security Boulevard discussed our research in this article looking at the path attackers use to infect organizations.
Rising Threats: Ransomware Attacks and Ransom Payments Enabled by Cryptocurrency
Read the expert testimony from Coveware CEO Bill Siegel at this hearing for the U.S. Senate Committee on Homeland security and governmental affairs.
Contractors Beset by Ransomware Threats Have Too Few Options
Bloomberg Law covered the testimony to the U.S. Senate by Coveware CEO Bill Siegel.
Ransomware hackers sidestep U.S. sanctions with a new trick: Rebranding
CEO Bill Siegel, shared Coveware's experience of ransomware gangs rebranding if they have been sanctioned.
Why It’s Hard to Sanction Ransomware Groups
Our response to the Conti ransomware gang’s proclamation about Russia was covered in this article.
A business owner praises CT’s cybersecurity efforts
Our data was included in this article by a Connecticut small business owner discussing the recent ransomware laws.
Ransomware Payments: Just 46% of Victims Now Pay a Ransom
Bank Info Security looked in detail at the Coveware Q1 2022 ransomware report.
Average Ransom Payment Dropped by 34% in Q1, 2022
Our latest ransomware report was covered in this article by HIPAA Journal.
Coveware: Double-extortion ransomware attacks fell in Q1
TechTarget examined our latest report on Q1 2022 ransomware trends.
Ransomware Threat Actors Pivot from Big Game to Big Shame Hunting
Security Boulevard published our ransomware data for Q1 2022.
Russia Sanctions Complicate Paying Ransomware Hackers
Coveware CEO, Bill Siegel, talked about the implications of US sanctions on Russia when dealing with ransomware demands.
More organizations are paying the ransom. Why?
Help Net Security included our data in their article looking at the increase in ransomware payments.
How the Russian/Ukraine war may lead to an explosion in Ransomware attacks
Security Boulevard published our blog on the impact of the Russia/Ukraine conflict on ransomware attacks.
Ransomware Attackers Begin to Eye Midmarket Acquisition Targets
Our data was quoted in this article looking at ransomware groups focussing on midmarket acquisition targets.
6 Cyber-Defense Steps to Take Now to Protect Your Company
Threatpost used our data in this article on the checklist to protect your company from ransomware attacks.
Who’s The Next Victim? Predictions On The State Of Ransomware In 2022
Our findings featured in this article looking at ransomware trends for the year ahead.
Fallout from REvil arrests shakes up ransomware landscape
Coveware CEO Bill Siegel was quoted in this piece on the arrest by Russian authorities of alleged REvil ransomware gang members.
Coveware 2021 Q4 Ransomware Report Issued
JD Supra covered our latest report on the state of ransomware attacks in detail.
Law Enforcement Blowback, Cyber Insurance Renewals Powering Anti-Ransomware Success
Security Week interviewed Coveware CEO, Bill Siegel, ahead of their Ransomware Resilience and Recovery Summit.
82% of Ransomware Attacks Target Small Businesses, Report Reveals
Tech.co discussed our Q4 2021 ransomware report.
LockBit, BlackCat, Swissport, Oh My! Ransomware Activity Stays Strong
Our findings were included in this article on the latest ransomware gang developments.
Ransomware gangs are changing their tactics. That could prove very expensive for some victims
Our research is featured in this article looking at how the number of ransomware attacks may fall, but ransom demands could rise.
Law enforcement action push ransomware gangs to surgical attacks
Our ransom negotiation data from Q4 2021 was reported in detail in this article.
Law enforcement pressure forces ransomware groups to refine tactics in Q4 2021
Security Boulevard published the key findings from our Q4 2021 report.
Why Cybersecurity Should Be Top of Mind in 2022
This article included our data on the increase in ransomware attacks on law firms since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Ransomware as a Service Innovation Curve
Security Boulevard featured an article on the evolution of the RaaS model, written by Coveware CEO, Bill Siegel.
Ukraine hacks add to worries of cyber conflict with Russia
Our CEO, Bill Siegel, was asked to comment on the arrest of members of a major ransomware gang by Russian authorities.
Thousands of Schools Impacted After IT Provider Hit by Ransomware
Coveware’s data was quoted in this article on a recent ransomware attack on a school website infrastructure.
Ransomware Evolution: From WannaCry to DarkSide
Our data was quoted in this report on ransomware in 2021.
Cyber crime ROI slipping as market forces and government intervention start to bite
Our data was used in this article looking at how responses from national governments are putting pressure on the criminal ecosystem.
Coveware Confirms Ransomware Attackers Targeting Mid-Market Companies
JD Supra covered our Q3 2021 ransomware report in detail, highlighting the shift towards middle market companies.
Coveware Confirms Ransomware Attackers Targeting Mid-Market Companies
A report highlighting our Q3 2021 ransomware report findings to the Law community.
Average Ransom Payment Stays Steady at $140,000
Bank Info Security looked in detail at the Coveware Q3 2021 ransomware report.
Tech experts discuss the importance of cybersecurity awareness month
Coveware was included in this article on top tips for securing your business during Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
Ransomware attackers down shift to ‘Mid-Game’ hunting in Q3 2021
Security Boulevard covered our Q3 2021 report in detail in this article.
Insure Your Future: The Ransomware Response Playbook
Security Info Watch referred to our data in their article on the 5 steps integrators & clients should take as part of a ransomware insurance claim.
Good News: REvil Ransomware Victims Get Free Decryptor
Bank Info Security quoted Coveware’s findings in this article on REvil ransomware.
Five Risks For Your Mission-Critical SaaS Data
Forbes used our data in this article on the security vulnerabilities of SaaS data.
Groove Ransomware Gang Tries New Tactic to Attract Affiliates
Our report on the new tactics from Groove ransomware gang was included in this article from Dark Reading.
Ransomware Stopper: Mandatory Ransom Payment Disclosure
Bank Info Security discussed our recomendation that legislators make it mandatory for organizations to publically disclose a ransomware payment.
The Latest Cybersecurity Threat: Pay Us or We Release the Data
Coveware’s data was quoted in this article looking at the latest trend in ransomware attacks.
More companies in Singapore are being attacked by ransomware.
Mothership, a Singapore digital news platform, included our data in their report on the increase in ransomware attacks.
FBI warns that Hive ransomware hackers are calling victims by phone
Our findings were included in this article on ransomware victims being contacted by phone.
How to find ransomware cyber insurance coverage in 2021
Coveware’s data was cited in in this article by Tech Target on what to look for in a cyber insurance policy.
Should Disclosure of Ransom Payments be Mandatory?
Coveware’s data was referenced in this article looking at how legislators can stem the tide of ransomware attacks.
Paying a Ransom is Not an Option - So What Should Be Done Instead?
Coveware’s data was quoted in this article looking at what organizations should do if they fall victim to a ransomware attack.
Ransomware attacks rise despite US call for clampdown on cybercriminals
Financial Times referenced our data in this article on the unprecedented levels on ransomware attacks in 2021.
These are the two most common ways hackers get inside your network
Our findings were discussed in this article looking at email phishing attacks and those against exposed RDP services.
Ransomware: Average Ransom Payment Drops to $137,000
BankInfoSecurity discussed the data from our latest Q2 2021 report.
Coveware: Median ransomware payment down 40% in Q2 2021
Coveware’s latest report for Q2 2021 was discussed in detail in this article by Tech Target.
Q2 Ransom Payment Amounts Decline as Ransomware becomes a National Security Priority
Coveware’s Q2 2021 data was analysed in this article on the recent events that have highlighted the national threat of ransomware.
Average ransomware payment declined by 38% in second quarter of 2021
The findings of our Q2 2021 report were covered in this article from CyberScoop.
Don’t Wanna Pay Ransom Gangs? Test Your Backups.
Bill Siegel commented on why victims still pay to decrypt their systems even when they have the means to restore everything from backups on their own.
HelloKitty ransomware is targeting vulnerable SonicWall devices
Coveware CEO, Bill Siegel, was asked his thoughts on the recent CISA warning of vulnerabilities in SonicWall devices.
Is Australia a sitting duck for ransomware attacks? Yes, and the danger has been growing for 30 years
Coveware’s data was included in the this article on the ransomware threat to Australian organizations.
Joe Biden demands Putin’s Russia ‘takes action’ after ransomware attack
Bill Siegel’s comments were included in this article on Joe Biden’s plea to the Russian president to take action against ransomware groups.
REvil bungled its massive ransomware attack, giving businesses an easy out
CEO Bill Siegel was asked his views on the recent Kaseya attack.
Attack The Root Cause Of Cyber Threats, One Employee At A Time
Coveware’s quarterly report was cited in this article on the need to provide cybersecurity training for home workers.
Cyber reinsurance rates rocket at July renewals
Our latest report was quoted in this article on the rising global cyber reinsurance rates due to ransomware attacks.
Four states propose laws to ban ransomware payments
Our CEO, Bill Siegel, was asked his opinion on the option of mandatory reporting of ransomware attacks.
Negotiating Ransoms: When to Play and When to Fold
Kim Zetter interviewed Coveware CEO, Bill Siegel, about negotiating ransomware.
Avaddon ransomware shuts down and releases decryption keys
Bleeping Computer asked Coveware CEO, Bill Siegel, his thoughts on the shut down of Avaddon ransomware.
The Ruthless Hackers Behind Ransomware Attacks on U.S. Hospitals: ‘They Do Not Care’
Coveware CEO, Bill Siegel, was quoted in this article looking at the prolific attacks on hospitals by the Ryuk ransomware gang.
How The Biden Administration Is Confronting A Surge In Cyberattacks
Bill Siegel, Coveware CEO, talked with Rachel Martin at NPR about the changes Biden is planning to make.
Meet the ransomware negotiators you hope you’ll never need
Coveware featured in this article by Fortune on ransomware negotiators.
Resurgent ransomware threatens cyber systems
Coveware’s latest data was cited in this article on ransomware attacks on Philippine cyber firms.
U.S. Looks Into Cryptocurrency’s Role in Ransomware Hacks
Coveware CEO, Bill Siegel, was quoted in this article looking at the role of cryptocurrency in recent ransomware attacks.
Cryptocurrency Has Yet to Make the World a Better Place
The Wall Street Journal quoted Coveware in this article on cryptocurrency and ransomware.
You Can't Just Concede.' How One Expert Explains Negotiating With Cybercriminals
Bill Siegel, Coveware CEO, talked with Rachel Martin on Morning Edition about what it's like to help companies respond to attacks.
Ransomware Attacks a Growing Global Security and Financial Threat
Coveware featured in this article on cyber risk cutting across sectors and becoming a growing global threat.
Report finds ransomware hitting manufacturers hardest
Coveware’s data was included in this article on the rise of ransomware in the manufacturing industry.
Verizon DBIR shows sharp increase in ransomware attacks
Coveware were cited in this article on the rise in ransomware recorded by the Data Breach Investigations Report.
Coveware Q1 2021 Report Shows Increase in Ransomware Payments Over Q4 2020
Our latest report was covered in detail in this article by JD Supra.
Attackers' Dwell Time Plummets as Ransomware Hits Continue
BankInfoSecurity included our data in this article on ransomware detection and access vectors for attacks.
Q1 2021 ransomware trends: Most attacks involved threat to leak stolen data
Help Net Security review our report on ransomware incident response trends during Q1 2021.
Ransomware demands up by 43% so far in 2021, Coveware says
The findings of our Q1 2021 report were covered in this article from CyberScoop.
Rise in ransom payments may fuel more dangerous attacks
Coveware's latest research was covered in detail in this article by Tech Target.
Accellion data breaches drive up average ransom price
Coveware’s data was covered in this article on the impact of Clop ransomware on a sharp increase in the average ransomware payment.
Ransomware Targeted by New Justice Department Task Force
Bill Siegel, Coveware founder, was quoted in the Wall Street Journal regarding the new justice department task force.
Why ransomware victims are deciding not to pay up
Canadian Underwriter included Coveware’s data in their article on why victims are increasingly opting not to pay ransomware demands.
FBI exposes weakness in Mamba ransomware, DiskCryptor
Coveware was quoted is this article on Mamba ransomware.
Ransomware-Wielding Gangs Love to Phish With Trojan Loaders
BankInfoSecurity referenced our report in this article on the top access vectors for ransomware attacks.
Windows 10 Ransomware Protection In 2021: Some Surprises, Says Report
Forbes included our data in this report on Windows 10 ransomware protection.
Q4 2020 Doxxing Victim Trends: Industrial Sector Emerges as Primary Ransom “Non-Payor”
A detailed look at Coveware’s analysis on ransomware doxxing victims and the new trends.
When Cyber Gangs Disregard Ransomware Payments, Victims Can Be Hit Twice
Coveware featured in this article looking at how several digital gangs have gone back on their pledge to honor the ransomware payments made by victims.
Average Ransom Payments Declined Last Quarter
Coveware’s Q4 2020 report shows a large decline in the average ransom amounts that victims paid to their attackers.
Ransomware: Average ransom payment declines to $154,108
BankInfoSecurity covered our report which found as gangs fail to honor data deletion promises, fewer victims are paying.
Ransomware will likely get worse in 2021: report
Coveware’s quarterly report is cited in this Fox News article, looking ahead at ransomware in 2021.
Why Small and Medium-Sized Professional Service Firms Are a Big Target for Ransomware Attacks
Coveware founder, Bill Siegel, looks at the impact and prevalence of ransomware on small & medium businesses.
Ransomware Is Quickly Becoming A National Emergency
Coveware SEO, Bill Siegel, testifies in a Senate hearing on cybersecurity threats amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Paying to delete stolen data doesn’t always work out for the victim
Coveware reports that cybercriminals often won’t live up to their end of the bargain even if the victim agrees to make the ransom payment.
Why Paying to Delete Stolen Data is Bonkers
Coveware said it has seen ample evidence of victims seeing some or all of their stolen data published after paying to have it deleted.
Ransomware gangs that steal your data don't always delete it
Coveware: Half of the Q3 2020 ransomware investigations involved data exfiltration, with cases doubling from the previous quarter.
Ransomware Gangs Not Honoring Ransom Payments for Stolen Data
In its Quarterly Ransomware Report for Q3 2020, Coveware revealed that almost 50% of crypto-malware cases involved the threat to publish unencrypted data stolen from victims.
Ransom Payment No Guarantee Against Doxxing
Several organizations that paid a ransom to keep attackers from releasing stolen data saw it leaked anyway, according to Coveware.
Defending Our Communities from Cyber Threats Amid COVID-19
Bill Siegel, was invited to testify before the Federal Spending Oversight Subcommittee of the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Ransomware Gangs Practice Customer Relationship Management
Coveware CEO, Bill Siegel, discusses the business of ransomware in this interview with Data Breach Today.
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Eyeing Bigger Targets, Ransomware Gangs Recruit Specialists
BankInfoSecurity interviewed Coveware CEO, Bill Siegel, on the changing tactics of ransomware gangs.
Research finds ransomware payments, demands increasing
Coveware’s research was featured in this article looking at the massive increases in both ransomware demands and payments from victims.
Ransom Payments Up 33% In Q1 2020; Sodinokibi and Ryuk Tops the List
Our Ransomware Marketplace Research report is covered in this article by Cisco Mag, including the 3 top ransomware variants in Q1 2020.
Average ransom payment up 33 percent in Q1, Sodinokibi and Ryuk top variants
Our latest report features in this article looking at the 33% increase in the average ransom payment during the first quarter of 2020.
Ransomware Payments Surge 33% as Attacks Target Remote Access
Infosecurity discuss our findings from Q1 which show victim organizations are struggling to mitigate remote working threats.
Ransomware: Average Business Payout Surges to $111,605
BankInfoSecurity featured our latest report in this article on the recent surge in ransomware payouts.
Average Ransomware Payments Soared in the First Quarter
Coveware’s data featured in this article on the boom in ransomware during Q1 of 2020.
No COVID-19 Respite: Ransomware Keeps Pummeling Healthcare
While some gangs claim to no longer be targeting healthcare organizations, the attacks are as prevalent as ever.
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Beazley: Ransomware attacks on clients 'skyrocketed' in 2019
The 2020 Beazley Breach Briefing reported a 131% increase in reported attacks against clients last year, and the insurance giant isn't expecting the trend to slow down.
Hackers ‘Without Conscience’ Target Health-Care Providers
Coveware featured in this article looking at the impact of ransomware attacks on health-care providers during the Covid-19 outbreak.
When hackers kidnap their data, companies are increasingly using ‘breach coaches’ and negotiators
Cyberinsurers can help providers recover from digital attacks or even make ransom payments to recover lost data.
FBI turns to insurers to grasp the full reach of ransomware
The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center received 2,047 ransomware complaints from U.S. victims in 2019, resulting in adjusted losses of roughly $8.9 million.
All hands on deck: Infosec volunteers to protect medical organizations during COVID-19 crisis
Coveware announced this week that they would offer free ransomware recovery services to any hospital or health care organization dealing with COVID-19.
Attacked by Ransomware, Many Companies Opt to Pay Up
CFO Magazine featured Coveware in this article on ransomware attacks.
Ransomware becomes more common, costly
In some cases, the hackers have forced smaller firms to shut down forever. Coveware contributed to this article.
Ransomware Attacks Grow, Crippling Cities and Businesses
Coveware was quoted in this article about the rise in average ransomware payments.
MDLabs refuses to pay $1.7M ransomware demand
We declined to assist MDLabs due to our policy of not responding to referrals from ransomware users.
A Hacker Wants About $5 Million in Ransom From Pemex By End of November
Coveware was quoted in this article about a ransomware attack on pemex.
Inside the FBI's quiet 'ransomware summit'
Coveware’s participation in a recent collaboration with law enforcement was profiled in cyberscoop.
Ransomware Resurgence Reveals Gaps in Health IT Security Planning
Health IT Security profiled our report in this article about healthcare organizations.
Ransomware: Average Ransom Payout Increases to $41,000
Bank Info Security wrote a summary of our Q3 Ransomware Marketplace report.
Ransomware's mounting toll: Delayed surgeries and school closures
Coveware’s Q2 Data was featured in this article about recent ransomware attacks.
Did GandCrab Gang Fake Its Ransomware Retirement?
Data Breach Today wrote an article about Sodinokibi / Re-evil ransomware quoting Coveware.
Negotiating with hackers for ransomware victims
This Brains Byte Back podcast features Coveware - discussing how our service assists victims of ransomware.
Ransomware Attacks on Businesses Are Skyrocketing
PC Magazine quoted our research in this article about ransomware attacks on businesses.
How Ransomware Attacks Are Forcing Big Payments From Cities
The Wall Street Journal quoted Coverware in this article about US cities being targeted.
Ransomware hits everywhere, but governments pay 10 times more
StateScoop covered our Q2 report on how ransomware is impacting public organizations.
Ransomware Costs on the Rise, Causes Nearly 10 Days of Downtime
Health IT Security covered our Q2 Ransomware report.
How a ransomware attack cost one firm £45m
The BBC wrote an article about how large firms cope with ransomware, including video and quotes from Coveware.
Hackers Won’t Let Up in Their Attack on U.S. Cities
The WSJ quoted Coveware in this article about ransomware attacks on US Cities.
Why cyber insurers can expect to make more (and bigger) claims payments
Canadian Underwriter wrote an article about ransomware quoting Coveware.
Ransomware Attacks Skyrocketed in Q1: Beazley
Coveware was quoted in an Insurance Journal summary article about the Beazley Breach Response Q1 Report.
Two Weeks After Cyberattack, Baltimore Is Still Hobbled
Coveware was quoted in the Wall Street journal regarding the City of baltimore’s ongoing ransomware attack.
Ransomware ‘Remediation’ Firm Exposed: Researchers Weigh in on Paying
Coveware was quoted in a threatpost article about ransomware.
The secret trick used by firms helping cyberhacking victims: pay the ransom
The Guardian ran a piece featuring quotes from Coveware.
Firms that Promised High-Tech Ransomware Solutions Just Pay the Hackers
Propublica quoted Coveware in a report about dishonest data recovery firms.
Ransomware Increasingly Hits State and Local Governments
Coveware was quoted in this article about ransomware attacks on state and local government organizations.
Baltimore Recovering From Second Ransomware Attack
Coveware was quoted in this recent article about the City of Baltimore.
Ransomware Attacks Enjoying a Spring Renaissance
CPO Magazine quoted the Coveware Q1 report in this recent article.
Thanks To Ransomware, Bitcoin Leaves A Bad Taste In Corporates’ Mouths
PYMnts.com wrote an article referencing our Q1 report.
What Data Center Managers Can Learn from the Wipro Phishing Attack
Data Center Knowledge quoted our Q1 report in an article about the Wipro attack.
Ransomware: The cost of rescuing your files is going up as attackers get more sophisticated
ZDNet covered our Q1 ransomware report.
Ransom Demands Increasing as More Virulent Viruses Emerge
Claims Journal covered our Q1 ransomware report.
How ransomware continues to target businesses and what to do about it
Information age featured Coveware in this article about targeted ransomware.
Dark Web Arrests Also Led to Ransomware Disruption
Government Info Security covered our write up of the dream market take down.
What We Can Learn from the Ransomware Attack That Crippled Norsk Hydro
We were quoted in an article about the risk posed to data centers and hosting companies.
Ryuk ransomware relationship revelations
No More Ransom partners Mcafee discuss our research project on Ryuk Ransomware.
Cover Your NAS Against Nasty Cr1ptT0r Ransomware
Data Breach Today covered our research on cr1pt0r ransomware.
11 Takeaways: Targeted Ryuk Attacks Pummel Businesses
Bank Info Security wrote the observations from our Ryuk Research co-written with McAfee.
Several hacking groups are behind the Ryuk ransomware
The Washington Post covered our research on Ryuk with McAfee ATR.
The Average Ransomware Payment Is Rising
Info Security magazine covered our Q4 Global Ransomware Report.
Mistaken For North Koreans, The 'Ryuk' Ransomware Hackers Are Making Millions
Forbes covered our research with McAfee ATR on Ryuk Ransomware.
Ryuk Ransomware, the human connection
Mcafee ATR and Coveware co-wrote a blog post on Ryuk Ransomware.
Data Breach Today covers Q4 Report
Data Breach Today wrote up an article based on our Q4 Ransomware Report.
NJCCIC bulletin on Coveware Research
The New Jersey Cybersecurity & Communications Integration Cell featured our research on Cryptomix.
Ransomware Hits and You Must Act Fast. What's First?
Cyber Daily quoted Bill Siegel in an article about municipal organizations targeted by ransomware.
Has a New Data Breach Precedent Been Created?
Prudent Security Admin: Has a New Data Breach Precedent Been Created? By Bill Siegel.
New Phobos ransomware exploits weak security to hit targets around the world
ZDNet covered our research on Phobos Ransomware.
ZDNet recaps our research on CryptoMix Ransomware
ZDNet wrote an article recapping our research on a new Cryptomix ransomware tactic.
Stop the Presses: Don't Rush Tribune Ransomware Attribution
Coveware quoted in recent Data Breach Today Artice about Ryuk Ransomware.
Coveware Joins No More Ransom Org!
Coveware is excited to partner with a global network of top Cyber security and law enforcement agencies.
GlobeImposter victims abandoned
Graham Cluley wrote a blog post based on our analysis of Globelmposter ransomware.
Making a Ransomware Payment? It May Now Violate U.S. Sanctions
Coveware quoted on the regulatory impact of Paying for ransomware with cryptocurrency.
Valdez, Alaska paid off ransomware hackers
StateScoop wrote about a ransomware attack on the Town of Valdez with quotes from Coveware.
Ransomware's Favorite Access Point - Remote Desktop Protocol
Duo security features a guest blog post from Coveware CEO Bill Siegel.
7 best practices for negotiating ransomware payments
Coveware was quoted in a CSO Online article about ransomware negotiating strategy.
GandCrab Ransomware: Cat-and-Mouse Game Continues
Data Breach discusses the evolution of GandCrab ransomware, with quotes from Coveware.
A New Report Suggests There Is Honor Among Cyber Thieves
Forbes wrote a feature on Coveware’s Q3 Global Ransomware Marketplace Report.
Defending Against and Recovering from Ransomware
Bill Siegel and host Chris Sienko on an episode of the CyberSpeak with InfoSec Institute podcast.
Why it’s better to deal with crypto criminals
Coin Rivet featured an interview with us on our service for small businesses.
The Firm That Pays Ransoms On Behalf Of Its Customers
Forbes’ first article about Coveware’s unique approach to dealing with the reality facing victims of ransomware today.
Ransomware Recovery: Don't Make Matters Worse
A bankinfosecurity piece on common ransomware mistakes.