Why it matters: Ransomware is a type of malicious software that cybercriminals use to encrypt data or lock a victim's system, holding it hostage until a ransom is paid. The attackers typically demand ...

Each year, we learn how cyberattacks are getting more sophisticated and causing greater damage. That’s despite increased awareness and investment in cybersecurity. But it’s not just talk: In ...

New AI-powered capabilities in Google Drive aim to block ransomware from spreading after a malicious change to a file is detected. Google unveiled what it’s calling a new approach to combating ...