It is difficult to label any one cybercrime as the
"deadliest" as the impact of each cybercrime varies depending on the
nature and severity of the crime, the number of victims affected, and the
damage caused. However, there have been several high-profile cybercrimes that
have had significant consequences:
WannaCry ransomware attack: In 2017, a global ransomware
attack known as WannaCry affected over 200,000 computers in 150 countries. The
attack targeted computers running Microsoft Windows operating systems,
encrypting data and demanding payment in exchange for decryption.
NotPetya ransomware attack: In 2017, a ransomware attack
known as NotPetya hit several companies worldwide, causing an estimated $10
billion in damages. The attack was attributed to a state-sponsored hacking
group, and it spread rapidly, causing significant disruption to several critical
infrastructure systems.
Equifax data breach: In 2017, a data breach at the credit
reporting agency Equifax exposed the personal information of approximately 147
million people. The breach included names, Social Security numbers, birth
dates, and other sensitive data.
Target data breach: In 2013, the retail giant Target
suffered a data breach that compromised the credit and debit card information
of 40 million customers. The breach resulted in significant financial losses
for Target and its customers and raised concerns about the security of credit
card transactions.
These are just a few examples of the cybercrimes that have
had significant consequences. It's important to recognize the seriousness of
cybercrime and take measures to protect oneself from becoming a victim.
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