ColaSec

Columbia's Information Security Group

A free and informal gathering of information security professionals and enthusiasts in Columbia, South Carolina at the Richland County Public Library on the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 6:00 PM (click on the YouTube bubble).

Founded 2014 (COVID can’t stop us)

Image credit: Zach Pippin
zachpippin.com

Upcoming Presentation: Breaking Down Ransomware

Presentation Date: August 17th, 2021 at 6:30pm

Presenter Name(s): Timothy De Block and Jeff Lang

Tell us about you or your group: ColaSec is the shiznit

What is the title of your presentation? Breaking down ransomware

Presentation Synopsis: The Colonial Pipeline hack has brought ransomware into the limelight for the general population. In this presentation we'll go over the anatomy of a ransomware attack. Why it's so effective and prevalent. How do attackers get in to install the ransomware, and what we can do to avoid a ransomware attack.

Which month would you like to present? August

Social Media Links: @TimothyDeBlock