Preventing Ransomware and Zero-Days with Basic Security Controls
The world is facing the largest ransomware attack ever. The REvil/Sodinokibi group infecting over one million systems, surpassing the 2017 WannaCry attack.
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Airlock Digital Blog
Airlock v1.2 Released with Publisher Support
Airlock version 1.2 now features publisher support for signed files, differential policies reducing network traffic, and Citrix VDI support.
Microsoft's Smart Application Control: A Risky Business Case
Patrick Gray interviews Airlock Digital's CEO and CTO about Microsoft's Smart Application Control feature, challenges, and limitations on allowlisting.
Airlock v5.1 & v5.0.9 Availability
This month we are excited to announce the release of two new versions of Airlock: V5.1 and V5.0.9.
Some Context, Process Herpaderping
A new discovery to start Windows processes called Process Herpaderping wherein attackers who can run arbitrary code can launch additional untraceable code.
Airlock's Free File to Test Trust for EDR and Application Whitelisting
Airlock released a free document to test Chained Trust for EDR and Application Whitelisting Solutions. Discover the vital role of trust in cybersecurity.
Risky Business – VSTO Office Files
Daniel Schell discussed Airlock Digital's in-house research on VSTO office files on the Risky Business podcast this week.
Whitelisting & the Ransomware Worm
Explore the steady rise in ransomware activity, offering criminal organizations a lucrative income stream for four years.
Trust, In File Based Security
Trust is key in cybersecurity and decision-making, but often overlooked. Airlock Whitelisting solutions integrate frameworks for quick trust assessment.
Make Phishing Great Again. VSTO Office Files, The New Macro Nightmare?
Airlock analysed how Visual Studio Tools for Office (VSTO) can export an Add-In embedded in an Office document (Word DOCX), leading to phishing attempts.