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DOD warns of ‘Wannacry’ ransomware threat to networks
May 15, 2017 — Ransomware known as “Wannacry” has been reported to have struck multiple entities across the world, according to an email sent out May 14 by Vice Adm. Marshall B. Lytle III, Director, Command, Control, Communication and Computers/Cyber, Chief Information Officer, J6, Joint Staff, and Dr. John A. Zangardi, the Acting Department of Defense Chief Information Officer... MORE

Ransomware is a type of malicious software that infects a computer and restricts users’ access until a ransom is paid to unlock it. The malware spreads by “phishing,” which is luring unsuspecting users to click on infected email attachments and links in emails to launch the attack.