To those who don't know, when a PC is hit by a Ransomware attack, all the files, data, documents etc is locked (encrypted) and cannot be accessed unless the owner pays a RANSOM (Money). The Ransom can be of 100 to even 1000s of Dollars. So eventually companies (or you, if you are hit) have to pay money to get access to all your PC files.
Coming back to the news, This attack mainly hit the hospitals in the UK which led hospitals to not operate properly. 1000s of patients are not being treated and patient data has been locked. Now the attack is widespread.
Some big organizations that got hit are Renault, Telephonica, Germany railways, FedEx, Russian Central Bank etc. Ha'cked Servers Google Dork: intitle:“Index of" "/ .WNCRY”
This Ransomware is named as WannaCrpyt (WannaCry) and can hit your computer or laptop too.
Try this Decrypt code if you were affected: WNcry@2ol7
HOW TO BE SAFE FROM RANSOMWARE MALWARE (WannaCry)
1. Avoid clicking/opening unusual or suspected files. Just a precaution.
2. Avoid downloading unknown email attachments. For precautions.
3. Install the patch released by Windows. (for Windows XP, 7, Server 2008). It's a must. Do it - DOWNLOAD HERE.
Note: Updated Windows 10 systems are safe.
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