Ransomware and encrypted attacks are among the fastest-evolving cyber threats, posing significant challenges to organizations worldwide. While encryption is vital for online privacy, threat actors are exploiting it to hide malware payloads, command-and-control (C2) traffic, and data exfiltration within encrypted channels—leading to a 10.3% rise in encrypted attacks in the past year.
At the same time, ransomware groups are adopting new strategies that have led to record-breaking outcomes, including a $75 million ransom payout in 2024.
In this webinar, Emily Laufer, Director of Product Marketing at Zscaler, will reveal groundbreaking insights from Zscaler ThreatLabz on ransomware and encrypted attack trends. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of the shifting threat landscape and learn how to combat these evolving risks effectively.
Key Topics Covered:
- ThreatLabz Key Findings: Discover the most surprising and impactful insights from Zscaler’s latest research on ransomware and encrypted attacks.
- New Ransomware Trends and Predictions for 2025: Learn how top ransomware families are evolving their tactics to evade detection and accelerate payouts in 2025.
- DNS Over HTTPS (DoH) and DoT Abuse: Understand how attackers exploit encrypted DNS to avoid detection and maintain persistent access.
- Stopping Hidden Threats: Explore advanced techniques for identifying and neutralizing ransomware and encrypted threats.
Why You Should Attend:
Ransomware shows no signs of slowing down, and encryption has become a favorite tool for threat actors. However, with the right strategy, defenders can:
- Unmask hidden threats.
- Stop ransomware in its tracks.
- Protect their organizations from costly breaches.
This webinar will provide you with actionable insights and tools to stay ahead of adversaries and safeguard your organization.
