Скачать или смотреть Online Data Breaches and Ransom (blackmail) Demands

Now there's a new type. Cyber criminals gain access to your files and steal copies as a result of data breaches. Theses are followed by ransom (blackmail) demands (which is in effect blackmail) for them not to release the files, which often contain sensitive information to the public. Previously, online ransom usually happened when criminals used malware to deny you access from your files and then demand a ransom

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[Black screen dark music playing]

Text on screen: When we think of online ransom crimes, it’s often like this.

[image of a ransomware message]

Subtitle: Criminals lock the computer and its files and demand a ransom to release them

But there’s another way… the criminals steal sensitive files.

[animation depicting personal details, salary Details, medical records and
appraisal files being copied]

Subtitle: and demand payment not to make the files public
Data protection rules have been breached – so possible fines and…
victims often seek compensation

[newspaper image with story about victims seeking compensation]

Subtitle: Here are some things you can do to help protect yourself and others

• use strong, unique passwords
• use good protection software
• download apps from reliable sources
• make sure your operating system is kept up to date
• don’t follow links or open attachments unless you’re sure they’re safe
• look for signs of phishing.

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