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White House blames Russia for 'reckless' NotPetya cyber attack

February 16, 2018 1:56 pm

The White House has joined the UK in accusing Russia of being responsible for the 2017 NotPetya ransomware attack.

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Petya cyber attack: Alleged hackers demand $256,000 in ransom to decrypt files

July 06, 2017 3:01 pm

Almost a week after Petya ransomware hit major enterprises and nations across the world; alleged hackers behind the cyber attack took to DeepPaste and Pastebin to demand around 100 bitcoins ($256,000 approx) in exchange for the private encryption key.

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Global cyberattack seems intent on havoc, not extortion

June 30, 2017 2:27 pm

A cyberattack that caused indiscriminate economic damage around the world was apparently designed to create maximum havoc in Ukraine, security researchers said. While the rogue software used in the attack was configured as extortionate "ransomware," that may have just been a ruse.

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Companies weigh cyberattack cost, with Ukraine hit hard

June 30, 2017 12:40 pm

Companies and governments around the world on Wednesday counted the cost of a software epidemic that has disrupted ports, hospitals, and banks. Ukraine, which was hardest hit and where the attack likely originated, said it had secured critical state assets.

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Petya cyber attack hits shipper Maersk, causes cargo delays

June 29, 2017 3:11 pm

The Danish owner of the world's largest container shipper Maersk Line said its computer systems were among those hit by the global Petya cyber attack, causing it problems processing orders and delaying cargoes. For now, Maersk is using alternative channels to take orders manually.

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Petya ransomware: Maersk-controlled terminals at JNPT & Pipavav Port hit

June 29, 2017 6:24 am

The Petya ransomware, in a manner similar to Wannacry ransomware, locks down a system and seeks ransom from the victims to give them access to their data. Petya demands $300 worth of Bitcoin crypto-currency to restore access to the files.