Ransomware attack: 621 hospitals, schools and cities have been hit so far this year – CBS News
“Ransomware” attacks, in which hackers hijack computer systems or websites and demand payment to release them, are taking a growing toll on government agencies, hospitals and many other organizations. A new study documents 621 such cyberattacks this year, including incidents that closed public schools and delayed surgeries as administrators sought to respond to the threats.
