The ransomware cyberattack, which has reportedly affected over 2,00,000 victims worldwide, could worsen as people return to work on Monday, European and British policing and security agencies have warned.
The worm, known as ‘WannaCry’ or ‘WannaCrypt’, has affected computers around the world since Friday, using a security flaw in Microsoft's Windows XP operating system.
Law enforcement agencies and cyber security experts took to social media to spread awareness about ways to stay protected from the attack.
While a security blogger managed to accidentally stop the spread of the virus, it’s only a matter of time before another, more powerful strain of the virus appears.
150 Countries Affected
Bitcoin wallets linked to WannaCry are receiving hefty payments.
“Mac Users WannaLOL”
Some tried to find humour in the situation.
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