Ransomed.vc and the Sony Breach: How Confidential Computing Can Protect You

Following the recent MGM hack, another significant breach has surfaced. Ransomed.vc, a ransomware group, claims to have infiltrated the Sony Group. But their motives seem different this time around. Instead of demanding a ransom, they're openly discussing plans to sell the stolen data, capitalizing on Sony's decision not to pay up.

Cyber Security Connect has highlighted this group's recent cybercrime but also expresses reservations about the legitimacy of the evidence they're showcasing. The recent alleged breaches of Sony and MGM are just the tip of the iceberg. Ransomware attacks are rampant and many incidents are never publicly disclosed.

Anjuna Security: Your Fortress Against Ransomware Attacks

Given all the turmoil caused by cyber threats and the amount of ransomware, let’s take a moment to review how Anjuna Security offers solutions to safeguard against such attacks. Here's how we're revolutionizing cybersecurity:

‍Protecting Data In-Use: Imagine a marketplace where data is constantly exchanged, analyzed, and updated. In this environment, Anjuna stands as a guardian. Our secure execution environment ensures that data is active and deeply engaged in processes that remain securely protected using the hardware-backed isolation that Confidential Computing provides.

So, in case there's ever a breach, the intruders would be met with a fortress that keeps the valuable data safe and out of their reach.

Securing the Code (Attestation): It's not only about protecting the data. Anjuna understands that safeguarding the heart of any application and its code is equally important. By ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of the executing code, Anjuna ensures that only trusted applications can run in the trusted execution environment.

Strengthening against Lateral Attacks: By establishing a secure enclave, Anjuna protects susceptible data and code by executing applications inside these secure enclaves that protect them from other processes. This strategic measure limits vulnerabilities, making it highly challenging for attackers to do reconnaissance and move laterally to other machines.

Enhanced Security Measures: In a world where information leaks are unfortunately common, Anjuna adds a layer of protection, like a walled garden. By implementing encryption protocols for data that leaves a secure enclave, Anjuna ensures that even if the data were compromised, it would appear nonsensical gibberish to unauthorized individuals.

Pioneering Cybersecurity Solutions in an Evolving Threat Landscape

In this hazardous cyber environment, it is comforting to know that organizations like Anjuna constantly evolve and strengthen their security measures, thus safeguarding the digital space as a realm of possibilities rather than vulnerabilities.

If you want to avoid the subsequent major breach, contact us, and we can show you how to reduce your PII exposure and stop attacks at their source.