At least 39 new types or variants of ransomware have emerged from July to September, security researchers say. One insurer says it’s seen the number of cyber insurance claims for ransomware increase in recent months. Ransomware called Kraken Cryptor gets distributed as part of an affiliate arrangement that allows “partners” to sign up for $50, receive customized versions of the ransomware with their preset ransom amount that they distribute. Healthcare remains the sector hardest hit by ransomware, with one-third of claims made by policyholders, insurer says.”]
Source: https://www.cuinfosecurity.com/ransomware-keeps-ringing-in-profits-for-cybercrime-rings-a-11667