<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true"><li>Anubis ransomware, a Ransomware-as-a-Service operation, has added a file-wiping feature that irreversibly destroys encrypted files.</li><li>The new feature erases content, reducing files to 0 KB, making recovery impossible.</li><li>Using file-wiping adds pressure on victims during attacks, making recovery efforts more challenging.</li><li>To stay protected, enhancing security measures to prevent ransomware infections is crucial.</li><li>Having a separate, potentially air-gapped backup is recommended for safe file restoration.</li><li>Ransomware actors often exfiltrate sensitive files, encrypt systems, and demand payment for decryption keys.</li><li>With the threat of releasing sensitive files, ransomware attacks can lead to legal consequences and reputational damage.</li><li>Apart from file-wiping, ransomware actors may resort to DDoS attacks and extortion strategies to pressure victims for ransom payments.</li></ul>

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