A backup plan can save you from ransomware [infographic]

A backup plan can protect your valuable files in case of ransomware attack and other disasters.

30 Mar 2017 min read

Mac FindZip ransomware decryption tool unzips your encrypted files

Avast introduces a new decryption tool that will help Mac users infected with the FindZip ransomware decrypt their files.

13 Mar 2017 min read

CryptoMix: Avast adds a new free decryption tool to its collection

Avast now provides a decryption tool for ransomware CryptoMix (offline only)

21 Feb 2017 min read

Avast 2017 protects you from ransomware and other cyber threats

Avast 2017 is designed to combat today’s most prevalent threats such as ransomware and unsecured IoT home devices.

7 Feb 2017 min read

Avast releases 3 more free decryption tools for ransomware victims

Avast now offers ransomware victims 14 free decryption tools to help them get their files back.

2 Feb 2017 min read

Ransomware attacks hotel computer and keycard system

Ransomware attack on hotel holds computer system hostage making reservation and electronic key inaccessible.

1 Feb 2017 min read

Misconfigured server reveals Cerber ransomware targets users in Europe, North America

Highly effective Cerber ransomware is spread via phishing emails and demands more than $700 in ransom  

13 Jan 2017 min read

Ransomware: A billion-dollar problem

Ransomware — malware that locks you out of your device, applications, or data — is a growing threat, but it can be dealt with using security best practices.

9 Jan 2017 min read

A new Locky ransomware attack is coming

Based on analysis of past Locky ransomware attacks, experts in the Avast Threat Labs predict that another attack is imminent.

6 Jan 2017 min read

Avast cyber security predictions for 2017

In 2017, the sophistication of the technology, strategies, and methods employed by cybercriminals will continue at an accelerated rate.

4 Jan 2017 min read

Avast releases four free ransomware decryptors

Don't pay, and don't despair. Instead, unlock your ransomed files using Avast’s ransomware decryptors.

1 Dec 2016 min read

Hucky ransomware: A Hungarian Locky wannabe

Avast Threat Labs has discovered a new Hungarian ransomware sample that is imitating Locky.

25 Oct 2016 min read

Ransomware doesn't sell itself: Marketing malware on the darknet

Avast takes a deeper look into how Petya and Mischa authors market the double ransomware on the darknet

23 Sep 2016 min read
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