[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Wanncrypt Ransomware attack is an ongoing cyber attack targeting Microsoft Windows. It has infected more than 230,000 computers in 150 countries with demand of ransom payment. Microsoft has issued a "critical patch" for all users to secure them. So Stay Safe ! Checkout the post below :)Ransomware Attack

What does ransomware attack do?

There are different types of ransomware. However, all of them will prevent you from using your PC normally, and they will all ask you to do something before you can use your PC.

They can target any PC users, whether it’s a home computer, or Computers of government agency or healthcare provider.

Currently it is usually propagated in a different way compared to Windows:

Ransomware Attack can:

Ransomware will demand that you pay money (a “ransom”) to get access to your PC or files. They make you complete surveys.

There is no guarantee that paying the fine or doing what the ransomware tells you will give access to your PC or files again. 

Types of Ransomware attacks

There are two types of ransomware – lockscreen ransomware and encryption ransomware.

How to Stay Safe from Ransomware attack?
A wide-spread ransomware attack, WannaCrypt, targets out-of-date Windows devices. Given the severity of this threat, immediately update your Windows devices

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