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Synology warns customers to update NAS devices amid surge in C3RB3R ransomware attacks

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, a maker of storage devices used on home and office networks, has told customers to update their devices straight away. Attacks using ransomware, which locks files and demands payment, have been increasing. Owners of these storage devices should install the update as soon as possible.

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What to do

  1. Update Synology NAS devices to the latest firmware immediately, as Synology advises.
  2. Check whether your organisation or home network uses Synology NAS devices and prioritise those systems.
  3. Confirm that backups of NAS data are current and stored offline or separately from the device.

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  1. Mon 2 NovemberSynology warns of C3RB3R ransomware attacks targeting NAS devicesBleepingComputer

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