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Over 4 years ago
Answered a question: Why has my firewall failed to stop Ransomware?
I have recently written an article on removing ransomware from Mac - https://macsecurity.net/view/158-mac-ransomware-2020
Over 4 years ago
Answered a question: Have you been hit by Ransomware?
I wrote recently on what to do once you are hit by ransomware: https://www.smallbizdaily.com/hit-with-mac-ransomware-here-is-what-to-do/
Over 4 years ago
Answered a question: What is the best way to prevent DoppelPaymer Ransomware?
My old article from the dawn of ransomware outbreak back in 2016 is still good: https://www.tripwire.com/state-of-security/security-data-protection/cyber-security/22-ransomware-prevention-tips/
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About me
David Balaban is a computer security researcher with over 17 years of experience in malware analysis and antivirus software evaluation. David runs the Privacy-PC.com project which presents expert opinions on contemporary information security matters, including social engineering, penetration testing, threat intelligence, online privacy, and white hat hacking. David has a strong malware troubleshooting background, with the recent focus on ransomware countermeasures.
