Analysts think Petya ‘ransomware’ was built for targeted destruction, not profit
TechCrunch
The description of the Petya infections hitting computers worldwide as “ransomware” may be a...
The description of the Petya infections hitting computers worldwide as “ransomware” may be a misnomer, security analysts suggest. The malicious software’s code and other evidence indicate that the profit motive may have been a camouflage for an act of cyber-espionage...
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The Petya ransomware is starting to look like a cyberattack in disguise
THE VERGE
The haze of yesterday’s massive ransomware attack is clearing, and Ukraine has already emerged as the epicenter of the damage. Kaspersky Labs reports that...
The haze of yesterday’s massive ransomware attack is clearing, and Ukraine has already emerged as the epicenter of the damage. Kaspersky Labs reports that as many as 60 percent of the systems infected by the Petya ransomware were located within...
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Petya ransomware: everything we know about the massive cyber attack
THE VERGE
A massive cyberattack swept across systems worldwide this week, spanning Europe, the Middle East, and the...
A massive cyberattack swept across systems worldwide this week, spanning Europe, the Middle East, and the United States and affecting a variety of companies, from banking institutions to airlines to hospitals. The breach comes just weeks after the WannaCry attack...
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How artificial intelligence is taking on ransomware
ABC NEWS
Artificial intelligence is taking on ransomware, but getting protections onto computers presents its own challenges
Artificial intelligence is taking on ransomware, but getting protections onto computers presents its own challenges
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Companies, governments assess damage from latest malware
ABC NEWS
The data-scrambling software epidemic that paralyzed computers across Ukraine has been contained and the situation is now fully under control, officials there say
The data-scrambling software epidemic that paralyzed computers across Ukraine has been contained and the situation is now fully under control, officials there say
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Petya ransomware: the latest news from the global cyberattack
THE VERGE
A massive cyberattack swept across systems worldwide this week, spanning Europe, the Middle East, and the United States...
A massive cyberattack swept across systems worldwide this week, spanning Europe, the Middle East, and the United States and affecting a variety of companies, from banking institutions to airlines to hospitals. The breach comes just weeks after the WannaCry attack...
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Petya virus is something worse than ransomware, new analysis shows
THE VERGE
The virus that began spreading through European computers yesterday informed users that they could unlock their...
The virus that began spreading through European computers yesterday informed users that they could unlock their machines by paying a $300 ransom. But it looks like the bug’s creators had no intention of restoring the machines at all. In fact,...
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'Petya' ransomware: Everything you need to know
Windows Central
There's another massive ransomware attack sweeping across the world. Here's what you need to know to stay safe. Little more than a month has passed since the notorious WannaCry ransomware attack hit headlines across...
There's another massive ransomware attack sweeping across the world. Here's what you need to know to stay safe. Little more than a month has passed since the notorious WannaCry ransomware attack hit headlines across the world. Now, sadly, we're in...
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Google's massive fine, cyberattack hits Europe video - CNET
CNET
Today's major headlines include Google's massive fine from the EU, a new ransomware attack is hitting Europe and the infamous Galaxy Note 7 might be back on July 7.
Today's major headlines include Google's massive fine from the EU, a new ransomware attack is hitting Europe and the infamous Galaxy Note 7 might be back on July 7.
9 hours
Tax software blamed for cyber-attack spread
BBC
Was the cyber-attack that hit countries around the world sourced in malware-laden tax software?
Was the cyber-attack that hit countries around the world sourced in malware-laden tax software?
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The Latest: Online group re-emerges to taunt US intelligence
ABC NEWS
The mysterious Shadow Brokers group has re-emerged to taunt the U.S. National Security Agency a day after ransomware attack
The mysterious Shadow Brokers group has re-emerged to taunt the U.S. National Security Agency a day after ransomware attack
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Ransomware attack hits property arm of France bank BNP Paribas
CBC
A global cyberattack has hit the property arm of France's biggest bank BNP Paribas, one of...
A global cyberattack has hit the property arm of France's biggest bank BNP Paribas, one of the largest financial institutions known to be affected by an extortion campaign that started in Russia and Ukraine before spreading.
11 hours
The Latest: Port terminals in India affected by cyberattack
ABC NEWS
Operations at a terminal at India's busiest container port have been stalled by the malicious software that suddenly burst across the world's computer screens Tuesday, another example of the disruption...
Operations at a terminal at India's busiest container port have been stalled by the malicious software that suddenly burst across the world's computer screens Tuesday, another example of the disruption that continues to be felt globally.
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The global ransomware attack weaponized software updates
THE VERGE
When the Wannacry ransomware tore through the UK and Europe in May, there was a certain logic to the heightened scale of...
When the Wannacry ransomware tore through the UK and Europe in May, there was a certain logic to the heightened scale of damage. Ransomware attacks were nothing new, but this one had a secret weapon, a sophisticated software exploit known...
13 hours
The Latest: Maersk says it has 'contained' cyberattack
ABC NEWS
Danish shipping giant A.P. Moller-Maersk, which was hit by malicious software that is crippling computers globally, says it has "contained the issue."
Danish shipping giant A.P. Moller-Maersk, which was hit by malicious software that is crippling computers globally, says it has "contained the issue."
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Cadbury chocolate factory shut down by Petya cyberattack - CNET
CNET
The massive ransomware attack has reached Australia, sending things really wonky at the chocolate factory. Ahhhhh fudge.
The massive ransomware attack has reached Australia, sending things really wonky at the chocolate factory. Ahhhhh fudge.
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Crunch Report | A bad day for cybersecurity
TechCrunch
Today’s Stories A massive new ransomware attack is spreading around the globe Target’s next-day essentials delivery service opens to customers...
Today’s Stories A massive new ransomware attack is spreading around the globe Target’s next-day essentials delivery service opens to customers in pilot test Cloudflare launches app development platform, announces $100M investment fund Uber now lets you request a ride for...
19 hours
The Latest: Pennsylvania health company restoring network
ABC NEWS
A Pennsylvania health care system says it is taking steps to restore its computer network after being hit by a ransomware attack that was carried out globally
A Pennsylvania health care system says it is taking steps to restore its computer network after being hit by a ransomware attack that was carried out globally
24 hours
The Latest: Ukraine cites rogue accounting software update
ABC NEWS
A series of tweets issued by Ukraine's cyberpolice unit says the ransomware that has caused global havoc may have first spread through a rogue update to a piece of Ukrainian accounting software...
A series of tweets issued by Ukraine's cyberpolice unit says the ransomware that has caused global havoc may have first spread through a rogue update to a piece of Ukrainian accounting software called MEDoc
1 day
Today's global ransomware attack weaponized software updates
THE VERGE
When the Wannacry ransomware tore through the UK and Europe in May, there was a certain logic to the heightened scale of...
When the Wannacry ransomware tore through the UK and Europe in May, there was a certain logic to the heightened scale of damage. Ransomware attacks were nothing new, but this one had a secret weapon, a sophisticated software exploit known...
1 day
Massive new ransomware attack making its way around the globe
Windows Central
Just a month after the massive WannaCry ransomware attack hit computers around the world, it appears another attack is underway across Europe and around the globe. ...
Just a month after the massive WannaCry ransomware attack hit computers around the world, it appears another attack is underway across Europe and around the globe. ...
1 day
The Latest: Ukraine cites rouge accounting software update
ABC NEWS
A series of tweets issued by Ukraine's cyberpolice unit says the ransomware that has caused global havoc may have first spread through a rogue update to a piece of Ukrainian accounting software...
A series of tweets issued by Ukraine's cyberpolice unit says the ransomware that has caused global havoc may have first spread through a rogue update to a piece of Ukrainian accounting software called MEDoc
1 day
The Latest: Email service pulled plug on ransomware account
ABC NEWS
The German company whose email service was used to help coordinate payments linked to the latest surge of ransom software says it pulled the plug on the account before news...
The German company whose email service was used to help coordinate payments linked to the latest surge of ransom software says it pulled the plug on the account before news of the outbreak became widely known.
1 day
Today’s huge ransomware attack has only made about $7,500 so far
TechCrunch
Ransomware attacks are bigger than ever, but the payouts appear to be shrinking. While...
Ransomware attacks are bigger than ever, but the payouts appear to be shrinking. While the ransomware suspected to be a variant of Petya makes headlines around the world, whoever set it loose isn’t really making a whole lot of money, especially...
1 day
Nasty Petya ransomware spreading fast video - CNET
CNET
The world didn't learn its lesson from WannaCry. Unpatched Windows PCs are locking up across the globe, bringing many government systems and businesses to a halt.
The world didn't learn its lesson from WannaCry. Unpatched Windows PCs are locking up across the globe, bringing many government systems and businesses to a halt.
1 day
The Latest: New cyberattack uses same NSA-developed exploit
ABC NEWS
Like last month's WannaCry malware, security experts say the malicious software used in Tuesday's cyberattack is spreading using digital break-in tools purportedly created by the U.S. National Security Agency and recently leaked...
Like last month's WannaCry malware, security experts say the malicious software used in Tuesday's cyberattack is spreading using digital break-in tools purportedly created by the U.S. National Security Agency and recently leaked to the web
1 day
New ransomware attack appears to be making its way around the globe
Windows Central
Just a month after the massive WannaCry ransomware attack hit computers around the world, it appears another attack is underway across Europe and around...
Just a month after the massive WannaCry ransomware attack hit computers around the world, it appears another attack is underway across Europe and around the globe. ...
1 day
Global ransomware attack causes turmoil
BBC
Banks, retailers, energy firms and Kiev airport say they have been targeted by malware attacks.
Banks, retailers, energy firms and Kiev airport say they have been targeted by malware attacks.
1 day
What is Petrwrap virus behind cyberattack?
Sky News
The latest global ransomware virus has spread fast after initially affecting computer systems in Ukraine, but how exactly does it work?
The latest global ransomware virus has spread fast after initially affecting computer systems in Ukraine, but how exactly does it work?
1 day
A massive new ransomware attack is spreading around the globe
TechCrunch
A month after the WannaCry ransomware attack paralyzed connected systems worldwide, a new threat appears to...
A month after the WannaCry ransomware attack paralyzed connected systems worldwide, a new threat appears to be spreading quickly. As reports emerge, today’s attack paints a picture of businesses and governments around the world held hostage by a second major...
1 day
Global ransomware attack causes chaos
BBC
Banks, retailers, energy firms and Kiev airport say they have been targeted by malware attacks.
Banks, retailers, energy firms and Kiev airport say they have been targeted by malware attacks.
1 day
A new ransomware attack is infecting airlines, banks, and utilities across Europe
THE VERGE
A major ransomware attack has brought businesses to a close throughout Europe, in an infection reminiscent of last month’s WannaCry attack. The most severe...
A major ransomware attack has brought businesses to a close throughout Europe, in an infection reminiscent of last month’s WannaCry attack. The most severe damage is being reported by Ukrainian businesses, with systems compromised at Ukraine’s central bank, state telecom,...
1 day
New ransomware attack appears to be making its way across Europe
Windows Central
Just a month after the massive WannaCry ransomware attack hit computers around the globe, it appears another attack is underway across Europe. ...
Just a month after the massive WannaCry ransomware attack hit computers around the globe, it appears another attack is underway across Europe. ...
1 day
Many firms hit by global cyber-attacks
BBC
Banks, retailers, energy firms and Kiev airport say they have been targeted by malware attacks.
Banks, retailers, energy firms and Kiev airport say they have been targeted by malware attacks.
1 day
A new ransomware attack is devastating airlines, banks and utilities across Europe
THE VERGE
A major ransomware attack has brought businesses to a close throughout Europe, in an infection reminiscent of last month’s WannaCry attack. The most severe...
A major ransomware attack has brought businesses to a close throughout Europe, in an infection reminiscent of last month’s WannaCry attack. The most severe damage is being reported by Ukranian businesses, with systems compromised at local banks, manufacturers, and Boryspil...
1 day
Ukraine hit by major cyber-attack
BBC
Banks, retailers, energy firms and the airport appear to have been targeted by a malware attack.
Banks, retailers, energy firms and the airport appear to have been targeted by a malware attack.
1 day
Report shows hacking Windows 10 S isn't easy, but it is possible
Windows Central
Microsoft's latest version of Windows 10, Windows 10 S, is billed as a much more secure version of the operating system — largely owing...
Microsoft's latest version of Windows 10, Windows 10 S, is billed as a much more secure version of the operating system — largely owing to its locked down nature. The OS can only run apps that have been vetted and...
5 days
Microsoft ransomware-protected Windows 10 S gets hack-tested - CNET
CNET
We asked a leading security researcher to test Microsoft's claim that "no known ransomware" installs on its newest, locked down version of Windows 10.
We asked a leading security researcher to test Microsoft's claim that "no known ransomware" installs on its newest, locked down version of Windows 10.
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Mac malware continues to grow, reports McAfee, but is again mostly adware
9to5Mac
McAfee tells us that the growth in Mac malware seen last year has continued into this year, growing 53% in the first quarter alone....
McAfee tells us that the growth in Mac malware seen last year has continued into this year, growing 53% in the first quarter alone. The total number of instances of malware detected has reached over 700,000. As before, though, the...
5 days
7 tips to keep your Windows PC protected against malware
Windows Central
Here are the best tips every Windows user should know to protect their computers and data against malware attacks. The internet has already become part of our daily...
Here are the best tips every Windows user should know to protect their computers and data against malware attacks. The internet has already become part of our daily lives — be it searching, shopping, connecting with family and friends, and...
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