QNAP is one of the most prestigious and well-known brands when it comes to NAS servers. In this article we echo a warning that they have made so that their users update the firmware as soon as possible. They have detected a new ransomware that can pose a significant security problem. For this reason, it is convenient that we have the latest version installed and thus avoid it from affecting us.
QNAP asks to update firmware to avoid new ransomware
This popular hardware vendor has urged network attached storage device users to update firmware as soon as possible. The goal is none other than to prevent them from falling victim to a new strain of ransomware called AgeLocker .
Keep in mind that this ransomware is not new, since it has been active since last June. At the moment there is no possibility of breaking the encryption without having to pay the ransom they ask for. Brute force techniques or trying to identify possible weaknesses are not supported, as is the case with other varieties of this type of malware.
This that we discussed makes it more important than ever to be properly protected. In case of being victims, we will not be able, at least to this day, to recover the files without paying.
From QNAP they have identified that the AgeLocker ransomware can gain access to your devices. They can achieve this through the firmware of the QNAP device, which is known as QTS, as well as through applications installed by default on systems.
They have detected that this ransomware can act on old versions and that it is not patched correctly. Therefore, it recommends that all users update as soon as possible.
We already know that ransomware is one of the most dangerous threats on the web. Hackers seek to infect victims’ systems to demand a financial ransom in return. Otherwise the files or devices would be completely encrypted and we could lose information. It is something that affects both private users and companies of all types and sectors. You can see tips to avoid data theft on the Internet.
Keep systems updated, very important in security
If we want to keep our security safe, it is very important to keep the equipment properly updated. This is something that must be applied regardless of the type of operating system or equipment that we are using.
There are many occasions when vulnerabilities can arise that could be exploited by hackers to carry out their attacks. Security flaws that in one way or another may affect us.
From this article we always recommend having the latest versions. One more way to improve the security of our computers and not expose ourselves when browsing the net. But especially in this type of device such as NAS, we must exercise extreme caution. Any security barrier that we can add is very important.