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Locky Ransomware

02 Sep 2017

Govt issues alert on spread of 'Locky Ransomware'

Ransomware is a malicious software and the Locky Ransomware is learnt to be demanding ransom of half bitcoin, which at present rate is equivalent to over Rs 1.5 lakh.

05 Aug 2017

Judge sets $30K bail for UK researcher in malware case

The attorney for Marcus Hutchins, who has broad support in the information-security community, said the 23-year-old hacker would contest the charges. She said he would not be released until Monday because there wasn't enough time to post bail after Friday's afternoon ruling.

Malware attacks

18 Jul 2017

Tackling Malware attacks: Google introduces 'panic button' feature in Android

Some malware has been successful in dodging from the inflexible security measures and victoriously entering the Google Play app store.

Japanese authorities

06 Jun 2017

Japan arrests 14-year-old for creating ransomware similar to WannaCry

Japanese authorities on Monday arrested a 14-year-old boy for creating a ransomware virus similar to WannaCry which was responsible for global cyberattacks last month.

16 May 2017

WannaCry Ransomware: Here are best practices to prevent attacks

Ransomware is a type of malicious software that carries out the cryptoviral extortion attack from cryptovirology that blocks access to data until a ransom is paid and displays a message requesting payment to unlock it.

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