The researchers said hackers are stepping up by not only encrypting but stealing data which may be sold to competing firms or various governments. — Bloomberg
WASHINGTON: Ransomware attacks took a heavy toll on the United States last year with more than 2,000 victims in government, education and health care, security researchers say in a new report.
The study released Monday by the security firm Emsisoft said ransomware attacks – which encrypt and disable computer systems while demanding a ransom – affected 113 federal, state and municipal governments, 560 health facilities and 1,681 schools, colleges and universities last year.
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