Ransomware is a type of malware that locks computers until a ransom is paid.
This form of cyberattack has become the weapon of choice for cybercriminals, and presumably nation-states.
Whereas cybercriminals use ransomware to extract money, nation-states may be using ransomware as a means to test the United States’ cyber resiliency.
In late June, Ukraine—along with at least 64 other countries, including the United States—was the victim of a ransomware attack from an unknown source.
Experts originally noticed this new malware acted in a way similar to the malware known as Petya, but in a more advanced form. This advanced manifestation was soon creatively …read more
Source: The Daily Signal
