Ongoing Threat of Ransomware

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Ongoing Threat of Ransomware [ https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/current-activity/2018/04/09/Ongoing-Threat-Ransomware ] 
04/09/2018 08:38 PM EDT 
Original release date: April 09, 2018

NCCIC has observed an increase in ransomware attacks across the world. Ransomware is a type of malicious software, or 
malware, designed to deny access to a computer system or data until a ransom is paid. Ransomware typically spreads 
through phishing emails or by unknowingly visiting an infected website.

Ransomware can be devastating to an individual or an organization. Anyone with important data stored on their computer 
or network is at risk, including government orlaw enforcement agencies and healthcare systemsor other critical 
infrastructure entities. Throughout different ransomware events, NCCIC's best practices and guidance remain the same:


  * create system back-ups 
  * be wary of opening emails and attachments from unknown or unverified senders 
  * ensure that systems are updated with the latest patches 

NCCIC encourages users and administrators to review its Ransomware page [ https://www.us-cert.gov/Ransomware ]and the 
U.S. Government Interagency Joint Guidance [ 
https://www.us-cert.gov/sites/default/files/publications/Ransomware_Executive_One-Pager_and_Technical_Document-FINAL.pdf
 ] for further information.

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