SquareX Discloses Browser-Native Ransomware That Puts Millions At Risk

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/squarex-discloses-browser-native-ransomware-that-puts-millions-at-risk . Chainalysis estimates that corporations spend nearly $1 billion dollars on ransom each year, but the greater cost Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity . You can also check exclusive content about #cybersecurity , #squarex , #cybernewswire , #squarex-announcement , #cyber-threats , #cyber-security-awareness , #cybersecurity-tips , #good-company , and more. This story was written by: @cybernewswire . Learn more about this writer by checking @cybernewswire's about page, and for more stories, please visit hackernoon.com . Ransomware attacks typically involve tricking victims into downloading and installing the ransomware, which copies, encrypts, and/or deletes critical data on the device, only to be restored upon the ransom payment. SquareX has been disclosing major browser vulnerabilities like Polymorphic Extensions and Browser Syncjacking. The company is issuing a strong warning on the emergence of browser-native ransomware.