Concept image showing Akira ransomware attacks spreading across global networks through VPN and firewall weaknesses.

How Akira Ransomware Turned VPN Weaknesses Into a $244M

Akira ransomware has evolved into one of the most disruptive ransomware-as-a-service operations, hitting more than 250 organizations and extorting over $244 million. This article walks through how Akira gains initial access, exploits VPN and firewall weaknesses, moves laterally, and applies double extortion — then outlines practical defenses security teams can deploy now.

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Japan’s Cybersecurity Shortcomings Exposed!! Rising Threats, Weak Defenses

Japan is facing a cybersecurity crisis. A government review revealed hundreds of security incidents in 2024 alone, exposing systemic weaknesses across critical infrastructure. While Tokyo has introduced new laws to expand its defensive capabilities, experts warn that outdated systems and poor planning leave the nation vulnerable to both cybercriminals and nation-state hackers Scale of the…

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