Avoiding the Train Wreck Waiting to Happen
In July 2015, following weeks of research, we identified a trend in ransomware attacks. The question we then posed was “Is it a possible scenario that ransomware campaigns become a significant threat to enterprises, and take control over large Data Centers?” You can read more about it in Misha’s blog regarding Data Center Ransomware. Unfortunately, less than a year later, our prophecy is becoming a reality. No, Israel’s power grid wasn’t hacked, but ransomware hit Israel’s Electric Authority. No, Los Angeles County health department wasn’t closed but it was targeted in ransomware attack. Yes, other ransomware attacks are able to shut down the network and Data Centers, “forcing the hospital to return to pen and paper for its record-keeping”. Read more