Warning for Windows 10 Users: Watch Out for Ransomware

Windows 10 Update: Beware of Ransomware

Here at CMS, we help our customers solve business challenges through implementing business management and ERP solutions along with better business processes.There is an increasingly destructive malware called "ransomware" that is associated with the recent release of Windows 10.  We wanted to share this information in hopes that you are armed to avoid this potentially disruptive threat to your data and your network security. If you recently upgraded to the July release of Windows 10, please read and use caution when opening e-mails and e-mail attachments that appear to come from Microsoft.

What is Ransomware?

The "ransomware" malware known as CTB-Locker encrypts files until a ransom is paid, is being sent as part of an email spam campaign. This malware, once opened, will encrypt your data and lock you out of your own system. Then you will be forced to pay to regain control of your system. Justin Teague, CMS’ resident expert, states, “Microsoft would not send an executable attachment in this manner, they would direct the user to their website, in the circumstance that they contacted a user at all.” This is another example of why you should follow the GOLDEN RULE of avoiding a hack attack:  Only open attachments that you were expecting to receive. Also, it reinforces another best practice to back up your data. We hope this helps you avoid this senseless threat because these ransomware attacks are becoming more popular and have been on are on the rise.

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Another version of this blog was posted on the CMS blog site on August 4:  http://www.cmsct.com/beware-of-windows-10-ransomware/