Ransomware
[Research Summary]: Stop/Djvu Ransomware
Stop/Djvu ransomware analysis: how it encrypts files, marks them with varied extensions, drops _readme.txt ransom notes, and a report you can download.
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Blog. Cybersecurity And Risk.
Threat actors, dark web activity, ransomware and digital risk, explained by the analysts who track them.
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All Blog Articles. Newest First.
DRPS Articles
Ransomware Attacks on Critical Infrastructure: Are We Doing Enough?
Ransomware attacks on critical infrastructure can halt hospitals, energy and transport. See what is at risk and the layered defenses that help.
DRPS Articles
What is Digital Risk Protection Services? A Comprehensive Guide to DRPS
Digital risk protection services watch for brand impersonation, data exposure and compliance risks. Learn what Digital Risk Protection (DRPS) covers and why each part matters.
DRPS Articles
The Impact of Machine Learning on Enhancing Threat Detection
Every single day, companies find themselves targeted by cyberattacks. Machine Learning has arisen as a transformative force in the arena of threat detection.
DRPS Articles
The Future of AI in Cybersecurity: Benefits and Risks
Hackers, cyber criminals, and data thieves are always looking for new ways to exploit businesses and steal sensitive information.
DRPS Articles
What is Supply Chain Security?
Supply chain security protects how software is built, tested and delivered. Learn the key practices, the top five threats and why it matters to business.
Malware Analysis
Godfather Android Banking Trojan Technical Analysis
Godfather is an Android banking trojan that logs keystrokes and abuses accessibility rights to steal financial data. See the analysis and its C2 method.
News Explainer
Stealc Malware Technical Analysis Report
Stealc technical analysis: how this infostealer is packed, how it avoids analysis, talks to its command server and which browsers and wallets it targets.
Actor Profile
Poseidon Malware in APT36 Campaigns: Technical Analysis
Poseidon is a Go backdoor used by APT 36 against Indian government staff. See the infection chain, C2 behavior, indicators and a YARA rule.
News Explainer
Cybersecurity Trends in 2023: What You Need to Know
For the cybersecurity trends in 2023, we expect to see a rise in cyber-attacks in frequency and sophistication.
DRPS Articles
The Role of Brandefense in Your Comprehensive Cybersecurity Strategy in 2023
See how Brandefense digital risk protection fits a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy: brand abuse, phishing, dark web, attack surface and vulnerabilities.
DRPS Articles
What is BEC Attack and How to Prevent against it in 2023?
A BEC attack uses fraudulent email to trick staff into sending money or data. Learn the types, warning signs and how to prevent business email compromise.
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The September Surge in Access-Labelled Posts
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Most Initial Access Offers We Read Sold Websites, Not Networks
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Anatomy of a Corporate Network Access Listing
05 FAQ
About The Blog.
Knowledge Hub →01What does the Brandefense blog cover?
Articles on ransomware, APT groups, the dark web, digital risk protection, fraud, sector analysis and VIP security, written for security teams.
02How often is the blog updated?
The newest articles appear first, and every article shows its publish date.
03How do I find articles on one topic?
Use the topic links above the list to open one topic, or type a word in the search box. Search and topic filters cover the full article collection.
04Where do the facts in the articles come from?
Articles draw on public sources such as CISA advisories, MITRE ATT&CK and ENISA reports. Sources are listed at the end of an article when it cites them.
05How do I get new articles by email or feed?
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06What does Brandefense do?
Brandefense is an AI-driven threat intelligence company. Its platform covers cyber threat intelligence, digital risk protection and external attack surface management. You can request a demo from the Request A Demo page.
07How many articles are on the Brandefense blog?
This collection currently contains 528 public articles. The page shows the total at the top and the count for each topic next to its name. Each article shows its publish date.
08Who writes the Brandefense blog?
The blog describes its articles as explained by the analysts who track threats. They cover threat actors, dark web activity, ransomware and digital risk. The newest articles appear first.
09Does the blog have articles about APT groups?
Yes. The Knowledge Hub also holds profiles of threat groups. Use the topic links or article search to explore the coverage.
10What is the difference between the deep web, the dark web and the surface web?
The surface web is the part of the internet that search engines list. The deep web is content that search engines do not list, such as pages behind a login. The dark web needs special software to reach.
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