Category Archives: WannaCry ransomware

One Year Ago — Cyberattack Cripples Institutions Around The World

Posted on May 12, 2018 by L

“One NSA tool, an exploit of Microsoft Windows called EternalBlue, is being used as one method for rapidly spreading a ransomware variant called WannaCry across the world.” Forbes — Friday May 12 2017 May 12 2017 — A massive cyberattack that … Continue reading →

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Marcus Hutchins — The man who stopped the “WannaCry” ransomware

Posted on May 16, 2017 by L

“It is not a job to him, more a passion that he happens to get paid for.” Kurtis Baron —  Founder of Fidus Information Security A young British computer wonk is hailed a hero for helping to shut down the crippling cyber attack. Follow … Continue reading →

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Cyberattack cripples institutions around the world

Posted on May 13, 2017 by L

“One NSA tool, an exploit of Microsoft Windows called EternalBlue, is being used as one method for rapidly spreading a ransomware variant called WannaCry across the world.” Forbes — Friday May 12 2017 A massive cyberattack that infected computers with ransomware … Continue reading →

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INTEL TODAY DIARY — May 13 2017

Posted on May 13, 2017 by L

Carter Page consulted with the FBI and the CIA — NSA EternalBlue used as WannaCry ransomware — Deputy FBI Director Andrew G. McCabe will report any foul play — 2018 budget for the Shin Bet and the Mossad

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