Tag: ransomware
US senators introduce bill to tackle IoT device security
A bipartisan group of US senators have introduced legislation to address cyber vulnerabilities in the burgeoning IoT device market.
The Internet of Things Cybersecurity Improvement...
Petya or NotPetya, the IoT needs security
This week, organizations across the world have fallen victim to a new ransomware attack, dubbed NotPetya, seemingly designed to cause maximum damage and disruption...
Honda forced to shut down plant due to ransomware infection
Japanese automotive company Honda was forced to halt production at one of its manufacturing plants when it discovered the WannaCry ransomware virus had infected...
What does the NHS ransomware attack mean for IoT in healthcare?
Last Friday, one of the biggest ransomware outbreaks in history infected over 200,000 machines in more than 150 countries. From FedEx to Telefónica, companies...
Ransomware disables connected hotel door system in Austria
A resort hotel in Austria has been the target of a ransomware attack that crippled the electronic “smart locks” on guest rooms.
The ransomware attack prevented the...