Neowin News Feed for: Petya

Microsoft details Windows 10 security, touts it as a 'worthy upgrade'

Usama Jawad — Thu, 11 Jan 2018 14:02:01 +0000

Microsoft has touted the multi-layered defense strategy of Windows 10, saying that the increased security of its latest operating system against ransomware attacks make it a "worthy upgrade". Read more...

Security firm manages to recover encrypted data affected by latest Petya attack

Paul Hill — Sat, 08 Jul 2017 01:10:02 +0000

Researchers from Positive Technologies have found a way to decrypt files affected by the NotPetya ransomware that struck at the end of June. Currently, the solution is too technical for most people. Read more...

Ukraine blames Russia for the cyber attacks that hit Ukraine... and Russia

Paul Hill — Sun, 02 Jul 2017 09:46:01 +0000

Ukrainian security forces have alleged that Russia was behind the Petya attack which crippled systems in both of the Slavic countries.The SBU claims it has found a link between the attack and Russia. Read more...

7 Days: A week of the SNES mini, the Surface mini, and Google's not-so-mini fine

Andy Weir — Sat, 01 Jul 2017 09:00:31 +0000

From Windows for Warships and the fiery flagship, to ransomware resurgence, the social TV network, and a portal to another dimension, it's our handy walkthrough of the week's top tech news. Read more...

Microsoft telemetry data reveals scale of Petya outbreak, and how Windows 10 security helps

Usama Jawad — Fri, 30 Jun 2017 13:55:31 +0000

Following the recent Petya ransomware attack, Microsoft has detailed the extent and functioning of the outbreak, recovery options for infected machines, and the multi-layered defense in Windows 10. Read more...

Don't pay Petya ransomware hackers, their email is blocked so they can't undo the damage

Paul Hill — Wed, 28 Jun 2017 17:04:01 +0000

It's no longer possible to pay the hacker(s) of yesterday's ransomware attack to have your files decrypted. The hacker(s) can no longer access their email account to decrypt your files. Read more...

Another large scale ransomware attack is currently engulfing Europe

Muhammad Jarir Kanji — Tue, 27 Jun 2017 16:10:02 +0000

A new ransomware attack is currently causing havoc with multiple organisations across Europe, including banks, airlines, utilities and airports. 'Petya' is largely concentrated in Ukraine and Russia. Read more...

Petya ransomware returns with new GoldenEye variant, exploiting macros

Justin Luna — Wed, 07 Dec 2016 17:14:01 +0000

A new variant of the Petya ransomware has recently surfaced, called 'GoldenEye.' The program exploits macros and manipulates the boot process to further convince victims to pay up. Read more...

Petya, Mischa ransomware goes public with affiliate program

Justin Luna — Thu, 28 Jul 2016 23:46:01 +0000

The developers behind the Petya and Mischa ransomware have recently opened their cybercrime program to the public, allowing anyone to join them and further spread the program for a profit. Read more...

Chimera ransomware decryption keys leaked by rival cybercrime gang

Justin Luna — Thu, 28 Jul 2016 14:16:01 +0000

The developers behind the Petya and Mischa ransomware have leaked the decryption keys of its rival program Chimera. The hack also enabled them to integrate some of its code onto their own program. Read more...

Cybercriminals embracing ransomware at an alarming pace, says researchers

Justin Luna — Tue, 07 Jun 2016 14:12:01 +0000

According to security experts, the utilization of ransomware by cybercriminals is rapidly rising. This is reportedly due to the openness of source codes, as well as the large money criminals get. Read more...

Petya ransomware now stronger than ever, brings a friend along

Justin Luna — Sat, 14 May 2016 03:20:01 +0000

A new type of ransomware has recently been discovered, and is bundled along with the Petya ransomware. If a user rejects admin privileges, a backup malware will kick in, encrypting a user's files. Read more...

Petya ransomware reportedly encrypts hard drives, manipulates operating system boot process

Ian Ginos — Sat, 26 Mar 2016 00:32:01 +0000

A new type of ransomware has been discovered that encrypts entire hard drives instead of individual files. Dubbed Petya, the ransomware also encrypts data during the operating system boot process. Read more...