WannaCry

Thursday, Apr 18, 2024 | Last Update : 12:00 PM IST

The company said that an exploit exists for the vulnerability and nearly one million computers connected directly to the internet at risk. (Photo: ANI)

Microsoft warns of new WannaCry-like 'wormable' vulnerability

The vulnerability is 'wormable', which means it would take a single vulnerable computer to launch malware attacks.

03 Jun 2019 11:04 AM

The most vulnerable devices, more than 420,000, are recorded to be in the US.

WannaCry still a concern for millions of computers

Data reveals that there are as many as 1.7 million Internet-connected endpoints that are still vulnerable.

14 May 2019 11:26 AM

WannaCry infected hundreds of thousands of computers and caused disruptions at factories, hospitals, shops and schools in more than 150 countries.

Cyber expert credited with stopping 'WannaCry' attack admits malware charges

Hutchins had risen to overnight fame within the hacker community in May 2017.

20 Apr 2019 3:41 PM

A series of cyberattacks with WannaCry cryptor occurred in May 2017 and is still considered to be one of the biggest ransomware epidemics in history.

WannaCry is still alive, 75,000 users affected in Q3 2018

The percentage has risen over the last year, demonstrating more than two thirds growth against Q3 2017.

17 Nov 2018 9:33 AM

The US government has previously said North Korea was responsible for the Sony hack.

North Korea calls Sony, Wannacry hack charges smear campaign

North Korea flatly denied it had anything to do with the 2104 Sony incident and WannaCry virus.

17 Sep 2018 9:26 AM

Key details from hacking complaint against North Korean

A computer programmer in connection with high-profile cyberattacks, including the WannaCry ransomware virus, has been charged by FBI.

07 Sep 2018 1:25 PM

Park Jin Hyok worked as part of a team of hackers, also known as the Lazarus Group, to try to breach multiple other US businesses.

US government charges North Korean hacker in Sony, WannaCry cyberattacks

The charges, part of a strategy by the US government to deter future cyberattacks by naming and shaming the alleged perpetrators.

07 Sep 2018 7:40 AM

A computer virus outbreak at the company was the result of a mutated WannaCry ransomware attack. (Photo: File/Representational)

Apple chip supplier TSMC recommences production after WannaCry attack

The company said over the weekend a number of its computer systems fab (manufacturing) tools had been infected by a virus.

07 Aug 2018 7:22 AM

WannaCry infected some 300,000 computers in 150 nations in May, encrypting user files and demanding hundreds of dollars from their owners for the keys to get them back. (Photo: File/Representational)

N Korea denies role in WannaCry ransomware attack, rubbishes US charges

Washington had ‘ulterior’ motives, a spokesman for Pyongyang's foreign ministry said.

21 Dec 2017 4:38 PM

Ransomware works by taking over a computer and demands a ransom payment. (represenattive image)

WannaCry cyberattack on UK health service preventable

Around 81 trusts haven't updates their systems to secure software protection.

30 Oct 2017 10:58 AM

The malware can give complete remote control of the device to a hacker, who can then carry out a WannaCry-like attack once again by spreading malicious content.

New malware spreads through active Bluetooth connections

The BlueBorne malware is transmitted wirelessly through Bluetooth, enabling hackers to gain complete control over the device.

13 Sep 2017 6:35 PM

In archives attached to the email, cybercriminals sent out exploit packages targeted at stealing FTP, email and other passwords.

Spammers misused WannaCry fear to market fraudulent data-protection services

One of the main trends in the past three months is the number of mass mailings targeted at corporate networks.

25 Aug 2017 7:39 PM

The WannaCry ransomware attack affected more than 200,000 computers across the globe, resulting in massive panic, and spammers instantly capitalized on the opportunity.

Spammers cashed in on WannaCry epidemics to promote fraudulent services in Q2

In Q2 2017, cyber criminals involved in spam distribution tried to capitalize on public fears when the WannaCry ransomware epidemic in May.

23 Aug 2017 4:54 PM

While online thieves have long targeted banks for digital holdups, today's just-in-time manufacturing sector is climbing toward the top of hackers' hit lists.

Hackers looking to shut down factories for pay

Manufacturers, government and financial firms are now the top targets globally for illicit intrusions by criminals.

10 Aug 2017 12:07 PM

Marcus Hutchins, a young British researcher credited with derailing a global cyberattack in May, was arrested in US on August 3. (Photo: AP)

Brit hacker who stopped global 'WannaCry' cyberattack arrested in US

The young British researcher was arrested for allegedly creating and distributing malware designed to collect bank-account passwords.

04 Aug 2017 8:24 AM

Minister of State for Finance Arjun Ram Meghwal said the government has set up a panel to look into various aspects, including usage, of crypto currencies like bitcoins.

Govt panel looking into usage of crypto-currencies

Government has been debating issues concerning bitcoins and sought public opinion on it a few months ago.

28 Jul 2017 4:13 PM

Senior engineers of the plant received emails that resembled resumes for the job, which could then collect all the credentials once it had been opened. (Representational Image)

Nuclear power plants now on malware radar

A latest report suggests that hackers try sending malicious mails to nuclear engineers for hacking in to their IT systems.

07 Jul 2017 12:51 PM

100K organizations download Kaspersky Lab’s free tool in 12 months

An astounding 200,000 systems were affected by the WannaCry attack in 150 countries in May.

06 Jul 2017 3:15 PM

Many of these organizations said they had recovered by Thursday, although some experts suspected that work was incomplete.

Global cyber attack seems intent on havoc, not extortion

Although the attack was global in its reach, Ukraine bore the brunt.

30 Jun 2017 4:18 PM

The new Controlled folder access tool has been integrated into Windows Defender Security Center in Windows 10 Fall Creators Update preview builds.

New security feature immune to WannaCry, Petya

A new feature which Microsoft has been testing right now with help from insiders is called Enter Controlled folder access.