2017 Ukraine ransomware attacks
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A series of powerful cyberattacks using the Petya malware began on 27 June 2017 that swamped websites of Ukrainian organizations, including banks, ministries, newspapers and electricity firms.[10] Similar infections were reported in France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Russia, United Kingdom, the United States and Australia.[3][11][12] ESET estimated on 28 June 2017 that 80% of all infections were in Ukraine, with Germany second hardest hit with about 9%.[2] On 28 June 2017, the Ukrainian government stated that the attack was halted.[13] On 30 June 2017, the Associated Press reported experts agreed that Petya was masquerading as ransomware, while it was actually designed to cause maximum damage, with Ukraine being the main target.[14]
Date | 27ā28 June 2017 (2017-06-27 ā 2017-06-28) |
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Location | Ukraine[1] |
Type | Cyberattack |
Cause | Malware, ransomware, cyberterrorism |
Outcome | Affected several Ukrainian ministries, banks, metro systems and state-owned enterprises |
Suspects | Russia (according to statements of Ukrainian authorities, American Michael N. Schmitt and the CIA.)[5][6][7][8][9] |