Shortly after the WannaCry ransomware attack[1] caused major disruption around the globe, a new outbreak called Petya ransomware[2] has spread across the globe, paralysing some hospitals, government offices and other multinational corporations on Tuesday. The Petya malware also reportedly[3] impacted a container port in Mumbai. The malware is said to lock up computer files with a very strong encryption, after which it demands ransom for the release of said files. Ukraine and Russia are reportedly the worst hit by Petya ransomware.
Petya Ransomware: What it Is, Impact on India, How to Protect Your PC, and Everything Else You Need to Know[4]
In light of this, China has formalised a new cyber-attack response[5] plan to ramp up protection. The Cyberspace Administration of China posted on its website that provinces are required to upgrade networks and construct expert response teams as part of the centralised reporting system.
Nokia 3, Nokia 5, Nokia 6 buyers to get up to 9GB free Vodafone data
HMD Global[6], the licensed manufacturer of Nokia[7] mobile phones, has entered into a partnership[8] with Vodafone[9], for exclusive offers on data for Nokia 3[10], Nokia 5[11] and Nokia 6[12] customers. As per the deal, Nokia 3 and Nokia 5 buyers will get 4GB of free data while Nokia 6 buyers will get 9GB of free data. This offer is valid for both prepaid and postpaid subscribers and will be available across all Vodafone circles.
InFocus Turbo 5 smartphone launched in India
InFocus[13] has launched a new smartphone[14] called the Turbo 5...