Staff from the Research & Education Networks Information Sharing and Analysis Center will present on a number of topics at this year’s EDUCAUSE Cybersecurity and Privacy Professionals Conference, May 3 – 5 in Baltimore. We’ll be hosting an informal meet and greet at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Hotel Lounge/Bar (see below) and staffing an information… Read more »
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What is ransomware and what can be done about it?
Ransomware is malware (malicious software) that individuals or criminal organizations use to encrypt files on computer networks. Most ransomware attacks extort large sums of money from victims in return for decrypting files, restoring access to those files, and promising not to publicly disclose potentially sensitive stolen data. Higher education institutions are an enticing target because… Read more »