WannaCry ransomware attack illustrates risk of using unlicensed software
The WannaCry international ransomware attack has highlighted the risks of relying on unpatched software. The scale of the outbreak has been blamed in part on the widespread use of unlicensed software. Pirated software is often insecure as it does not benefit from manufacturers’ updates to fix vulnerabilities.
Several of the countries reported by cyber security companies to be worst affected are also amongst the…
Link: Weekly Threat Report 19th May 2017
Source: NCSC Reports
