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Ransomware

Ransomware is no longer just about encrypting files — it’s about leverage. This edition breaks down how modern ransomware groups gain access, escalate privileges, move laterally, and apply pressure through data theft, disruption, and urgency to force high-stakes business decisions.

Ransomware Isn’t About Encryption Anymore — It’s About Leverage

Jan 13, 2026

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Ransomware Isn’t About Encryption Anymore — It’s About Leverage

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