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Network World |
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2017-02-13 13:14:00 (vue: 2017-02-13 13:14:00) |
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Experts worried about ransomware hitting critical infrastructure |
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Expect ransomware to grow more aggressive in the coming years, including higher ransom payments and attempts to go beyond attacking data -- by shutting down entire computer systems to utilities or factories.“I see no reason for ransomware to stop,†said Neil Jenkins, an official with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. “It's shown to be effective.â€On Monday at the RSA cybersecurity conference, experts gave a grim outlook on the future of ransomware, which they fear will spread. Through the attacks, cybercriminals have already managed to rake in US$1 billion last year, according to at one estimate.To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here |
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