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Cybercriminals, state-sponsored groups ramping up attacks exploiting COVID-19 pandemic
2020-04-08 14:48

Since January, the two longtime cybersecurity experts have looked at how cybercriminals, ransomware groups, and several nation state actors quickly became involved in coronavirus-themed attacks, leveraging fears about the virus to steal money and information from thousands of people.

Cybercriminals have also expanded attacks to take advantage of the fact that most countries are under quarantine, forcing millions to now work from home.

While some would question why state-sponsored groups would be attacking other countries at a time when the entire world is struggling to contain the virus, Wright said there were no tactics considered out of bounds when it comes to digital attacks.

One of the main themes of the report is how cybercriminals and state-sponsored groups have used the coronavirus pandemic to fit whatever their real aims are, whether its stealing information, money, or sowing division.

Maor spoke at length about attacks on nurses and doctors as ways cybercriminals can attack hospitals, even at a time when they're working hard to save lives.


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