Cisco: Potent ransomware is targeting the enterprise at a scary rate

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Network World Net Optimization Alert Jul 28, 2016 Cisco: Potent ransomware is targeting the enterprise at a scary rate Enterprise targeting cyber enemies are deploying vast amounts of potent ransomware to generate revenue and huge profits – nearly $34 million annually according to Cisco's Mid-Year Cybersecurity Report out this week. Ransomware, Cisco wrote, has become a particularly effective moneymaker, and enterprise users appear to be the preferred target. 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