Tag: Akira
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Akira Ransomware: Targeted Attacks, Data Breaches, and Million-Dollar Ransoms
A new ransomware strain named Akira has emerged, causing significant disruption to corporate networks worldwide. It targets industries such as finance, real estate, and manufacturing. Akira has quickly gained notoriety since its launch in March 2023. Upon execution, Akira deletes Windows Shadow Volume Copies, making file restoration challenging. It selectively encrypts files using various extensions,… Read more