The Play ransomware group has impacted around 300 entities as of October 2023, according to joint cybersecurity advisory from Australia and the U.S. Play ransomware employs a double-extortion model, encrypting systems after stealing data and affecting both domestic and international businesses. Threat actors are increasingly exploiting vulnerabilities and moving away from using phishing emails to infect systems. The Play ransomware has transformed into a ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operation and uses both public and bespoke tools for attacks.
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‘Amber alert’ as NHS in Plymouth makes urgent plea for people with certain blood type
The NHS has issued an urgent call for O type blood donors, following increased demand after the recent cyber attack. The attack led to reduced