Hacker News·3 min read·medium
Ransomware gangs skip the CEO, head straight for the 40-something IT manager
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Ransomware gangs are shifting their focus from CEOs to mid-level IT managers who possess the authority to approve payments and access sensitive financial data. Researchers found that attackers now perform detailed reconnaissance to identify employees with the most influence over business operations.
Gen Xers who feel triggered by this should remember to unplug the network cable and call the cops
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