Security Trends in 2016: The Problem Of Ransomware

Ransomware is a specific type of malware that encrypts important information and keeps it encrypted until the ransom (typically money) has been paid.  Until very recently, ransomware was not a widely...
Published Feb 10, 2017
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ltwagnon
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May 15, 2017

Hi Harry! Like most malware attacks these days, it all starts with end users who follow safe practices when clicking on links, opening email attachments, etc. But, there are also some great products out there that help with this problem as well. The BIG-IP Secure Web Gateway is a great tool you can use to help end users stay safe. Here's a link to find more information: https://f5.com/products/big-ip/secure-web-gateway-services-swgs