Strong Warnings from the FBI

Cyberattacks 

Medusa: A Cyber ​​Attack Threatens Your Data and Demands a Huge Ransom

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has warned of a new wave of cyberattacks using the "Medusa" ransomware, which targets individuals and businesses, holding their sensitive data hostage until a large ransom is paid. The program encrypts data to prevent access, then demands a ransom to decrypt it.

The program also threatens to release the stolen information if payment is not made, increasing the pressure on targeted companies and individuals, according to a report published by PhoneArena.

To date, more than 300 victims have been identified in vital sectors such as healthcare, education, law, insurance, technology, and manufacturing. Attackers are using sophisticated strategies to gain access to networks, such as exploiting security vulnerabilities and phishing campaigns.

How to Protect Yourself?

The FBI is calling for urgent measures, such as:

- Continuously updating systems and software to reduce security vulnerabilities.

- Using strong passwords and changing them regularly.

- Activate two-factor authentication to protect your accounts.

- Avoid opening suspicious links or attachments in emails.