CryptoWall news stories

FireEye research has brought the truth about ransomware attacks close to home, as Australia and the entire APJ region is increasingly targeted.

"CryptoWall has been around for less than 5 months and already extorted more than $1 million and caused damage on users who refuse to pay ransom."

Of late, ransomware threats have been specifically targeting Australian business and consumers, breaching security systems by appearing legitimate.

CryptoWall 3.0 has been hugely successful – netting cybercriminals nearly $490 million NZD in its debut year. Now its successor has arrived.