Blog Ransomware’s Benchmark Test You Must Avoid Passing December 12, 2025 by Vertical Axion If you’ve ever assumed cybercriminals launch an attack and hope for the best, think again. The newest twist in the Kraken ransomware campaign shows attackers are now “testing the waters” before they go all in. Cisco Talos researchers just exposed malware that runs a secret “ransomware benchmark” before encrypting files for real. Imagine a burglar […] Read more » Business & Finance Business Advice Ransomware Security
Blog Businesses Paying Ransom Still Lose Their Data November 1, 2025 by Vertical Axion Few things cause a business owner to panic like ransomware. And when systems freeze, files lock, and the business grinds to a halt, paying the ransom feels like the only way out. But new research shows that paying up doesn’t guarantee anything, especially not the safe return of your data. According to a 2024 survey […] Read more » Business & Finance Business Advice Ransomware Security
Blog Gold Salem Ransomware Sparks Growing Security Fears October 17, 2025 by Vertical Axion In March, nobody had heard of Gold Salem Ransomware. By September, at least 60 organizations worldwide were more than just a little familiar with this ransomware operation. It has progressed rapidly enough to concern even seasoned threat researchers. What Is Gold Salem Ransomware? Beginning in early 2025, a cybercriminal group began infecting businesses with a […] Read more » Business & Finance Business Advice Ransomware Security Technology
Blog Cyber Insurance: A Key Defense Against Ransomware February 20, 2025 by Vertical Axion Are you prepared to respond if you turn on your business computers only to find that a ransomware attack has them locked down, rendering your network inaccessible unless you meet the hackers’ demands? Do you have the resources to get the system back up and running and handle the fallout? Even if you don’t pay […] Read more » Business & Finance Business Advice Ransomware Security
Blog Stay One Step Ahead: Combating the Top Cybersecurity Threats July 23, 2024 by Vertical Axion Business owners fulfill customer and employee demands to stay competitive and relevant in a fast-paced economy, especially with many similar companies out there. However, the demands they should never fall victim to are those that come from hackers via ransomware or other cybersecurity threats. You may think risks to small businesses aren’t as great, but […] Read more » Business Advice Data Breach Malware and Virus Protection Phishing Ransomware Security Technology
Blog New Ransomware Could Pose a Threat to Businesses June 14, 2024 by Vertical Axion In recent months, cybersecurity researchers have found that a new ransomware strain has been affecting certain businesses using Windows desktops and devices that are still relying on old operating systems. Below, we’ll explain how this works and what it could mean for your company, small or large. New ShrinkLocker Ransomware Using Visual Basic Scripting, hackers […] Read more » Employees Ransomware Recent News Security Technology Technology News
Blog Securing Business Communication: A Guide to Email and Platform Safety April 20, 2024 by Vertical Axion Do you want to protect your business against damaging cyber-attacks and phishing schemes? With “Securing Business Communication: A Guide to Email and Platform Safety,” you can stay aware of the importance of email and platform security and implement tips for protecting your workers and business. The Importance of Email Safety Why should you invest in […] Read more » Business & Finance Business Advice Customer Engagement Data Breach Employees Malware and Virus Protection Marketing Phishing Productivity Ransomware Security Small Business Technology Technology Tips
