Ransomware
The latest Ransomware coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Critical Veeam Backup Vulnerability CVE-2025-23120: Patch Now to Prevent Remote Code Execution
A newly discovered critical vulnerability in Veeam Backup & Replication (VBR), tracked as CVE-2025-23120, has sent shockwaves through the IT security community. This flaw allows authenticated...
Anubis ransomware’s 2025 wiper module makes decryption impossible even after ransom payment.
Anubis ransomware has rapidly evolved into one of the most destructive cyber threats in 2025, combining traditional ransomware encryption with a devastating data wiper module. This dual-threat...
Top Antivirus Software for 2025: Protect Your Windows PC from Cyber Threats
As cyber threats grow more sophisticated in 2025, choosing the right antivirus software has never been more critical for Windows users. With ransomware attacks increasing by 35% year-over-year and...
SimpleHelp RMM Critical Flaw CVE-2024-57727 Demands Immediate Patching
The cybersecurity landscape is under constant siege from sophisticated threats, and a newly discovered vulnerability in SimpleHelp, a popular Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) solution, has...
Urgent Ransomware Warning: SimpleHelp RMM Exploit CVE-2024-57727 Puts Networks at Risk
A critical vulnerability in SimpleHelp remote monitoring and management (RMM) software (CVE-2024-57727) is being actively exploited by ransomware gangs, putting businesses and critical infrastructure...
Critical MicroDicom DICOM Viewer Vulnerability Exposes Healthcare Data: What You Need to Know
A recently disclosed critical vulnerability in MicroDicom DICOM Viewer (CVE-2025-5943) has sent shockwaves through the healthcare IT community, exposing medical imaging systems to potential data...
60% of M365 Users Suffer Data Loss: Why Shared Responsibility Fails
In today's digital-first business environment, Microsoft 365 has become the backbone of operations for organizations worldwide. Yet many businesses operate under the dangerous misconception that...
Playcrypt Ransomware Turns to AI and Zero-Day Exploits in 2025 Surge
The Play ransomware group, known as Playcrypt, has rapidly evolved into one of the most dangerous cyber threats since its emergence in 2022. By 2025, this group has refined its tactics, leveraging...
Microsoft's AI-Powered European Security Program: A New Era of Cyber Defense
The escalating complexity of cyber threats in Europe has compelled technology leaders and policymakers to seek more robust, collaborative defenses. Microsoft's newly launched European Security...
South Africa's Cyber Security Warranty: A Game-Changer for Business Protection
South Africa's digital economy is facing unprecedented cyber threats, with businesses losing an estimated R2.2 billion annually to cybercrime according to the South African Banking Risk Information...
Druva Cloud-Native Backup Secures Microsoft 365 from Ransomware & Compliance Risks
As businesses increasingly rely on Microsoft 365 (M365) for critical operations, the need for robust backup and security solutions has never been greater. Druva Data Resiliency Cloud emerges as a...
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint: How AI is Revolutionizing Cybersecurity in 2024
As cyber threats grow increasingly sophisticated, traditional security measures are no longer sufficient to protect enterprise networks. Microsoft Defender for Endpoint has emerged as a game-changing...