Maersk brings all major IT systems back online after cyberattack

It has restored its major applications, as it brings its IT systems back online after being hit by a major cyberattack last week.

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Wannacry Ransomware Virus

Hi All,

Just wanted to share some information on Wannacry Ransomware.

WannaCry ransomware is a malware that is spreading rapidly using the exploit found in Microsoft Windows called EternalBlue. It encrypts the files on the hard disk and ask for the payment to decrypt it.

How are these attacks initiated?

The WannaCry attacks are initiated using a SMBv1 remote code execution in Microsoft Windows OS.

Does it attack Linux/Mac OS?

No. Linux and Mac OS are not vulnerable to this specific attack.

How it spreads?

·         Via email/social media attachment /file downloads

·         Unpatched Windows machines in the local network

·         Executing massive scanning on Internet IP addresses to find and infect other vulnerable computers.

How can we prevent this attack?

Sysadmin team has started updating patches to fix this vulnerability for Windows OS.

Do’s

·         Scan all attachments before opening

·         Have a backup of your important documents on different location

·         MS Office macro’s should be disabled

·         Keep your OS updated.

Don’ts

·         Don’t open attachments from unknown contacts

Don’t opens files on USB without scanning

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OnePlus 3 is officially dead in the US and Europe: Report

Its been just over a day since the official launch of OnePlus 3T, a powerful version of existing oneplus 3. At the time of announcement, OnePlus failed to clear the air around the existence/demise of OnePlus 3, its current flagship smartphone. According to Android Authority, OnePlus is discontinuing the sales of its OnePlus 3 smartphone in the US and Europe.

oneplus 3 was launched globally in June and the smartphone offered significant value for money in the sub-$400 price category. OnePlus even faced supply issues with the OnePlus 3 in Europe where sales were temporarily discontinued in August. It now seems OnePlus 3 is permanently dead in the US and Europe.

OnePlus 3T comes with features like faster Snapdragon 821 processor, an improved 16MP front facing camera and a bigger 3400mAh battery. OnePlus 3T also comes in new gunmetal gray and soft gold colour variants. OnePlus is also offering 3T in two storage variants - 64GB variants priced at $439 and 128GB model priced at $479.

With OnePlus already facing supply issues with oneplus 3, it makes sense for the company to kill the device. The only difference here is the $40 - $80 hike in price, but even at that price, OnePlus 3T makes for a compelling smartphone. While oneplus 3 is dead in US and Europe, it might continue to sell in other markets. We have reached out to OnePlus for knowledge on India launch of 3T and the fate of OnePlus 3 here. For now, OnePlus 3 is dead and let's hope OnePlus 3T lives long.