Are you at risk for a ransomware attack? Cyber security expert breaks it down
(Source: WBTV/File)
As Mecklenburg County officials figure out the next steps in the ransomware attack, we’re learning more about what’s at stake in this situation.
Jeff Gaura, president of the Network Team, broke down the seriousness of the hack on WBTV News on Bounce at 8 p.m.
Gaura says in a ransomware hack, the criminals aren’t really looking to gain access to your files or steal your information. But they do want to make sure you can’t access it without extorting ransom from you.
Gaura says the main goal for modern hackers is to gain your trust and get you to click on something like a sophisticated, genuine-looking email that appears to be from co-workers or bosses.
He says people can expect ransomware attacks to increase as the world moves to digital platforms.
Hackers are also using Bitcoin as the currency for ransom. It gives them anonymity and, therefore, most governments won’t be able to trace the person behind the hack.
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A main concern for DSS now is being able to access reservations for people who need a ride to the doctor.
A main concern for DSS now is being able to access reservations for people who need a ride to the doctor.
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The Walter Payton Man of the Year award is given to a player who is known for stellar performance both on the field and in the community.
The Walter Payton Man of the Year award is given to a player who is known for stellar performance both on the field and in the community.
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(Credit: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department)
On Monday, Charlotte-Mecklenburg police say a man robbed the Carriage Cleaners on Colony Road in south Charlotte at gunpoint just before 4 p.m. The man robbed the business of cash and then reportedly fled from the store, police said.
On Monday, Charlotte-Mecklenburg police say a man robbed the Carriage Cleaners on Colony Road in south Charlotte at gunpoint just before 4 p.m. The man robbed the business of cash and then reportedly fled from the store, police said.
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The veteran said each time he saw the torn flags, he would complain to workers at the center but the flags were never replaced.
The veteran said each time he saw the torn flags, he would complain to workers at the center but the flags were never replaced.
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CMPD determined that the car the man was driving was stolen in a recent armed robbery, but do not know if he was involved.
CMPD determined that the car the man was driving was stolen in a recent armed robbery, but do not know if he was involved.
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http://wbtv.com/story/37020642/are-you-at-risk-for-a-ransomware-attack-cyber-security-expert-breaks-it-down