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Shocking image shows supermarket in chaos as global Petya cyberattack infects computers
The ransomware outbreak hit systems across the world and locked down files.
Cash machines go down across Ukraine due to huge ransomware cyberattack
ATMs across Ukraine have been hijacked by ransomware, as thousands of computers go offline.
What is Petya? Ransomware suspected to behind huge worldwide cyberattack
Petya ransomware is believed to be behind an ongoing cyberattack against thousands of computers across Europe.
It's happening again: 'Petya' ransomware attack on computer systems 'spreading worldwide'
The strain of ransomware appears to be Petya, which locks down vital system files.
HMS Queen Elizabeth: UK's largest warship still uses vulnerable Windows XP, sparks cyberattack fears
Windows XP was one of the OS targeted in the massive WannaCry ransomware attack in May.
UK Parliament cyberattack: What we know so far about hackers' 12-hour-long siege to steal MPs' records
Fears of MPs being blackmailed emerge after hackers launched a 'sustained and determined' cyberattack on Parliament.
Skype outage: Hacker group CyberTeam claims responsibility for alleged DDoS attack, warns Steam is next
They did it 'all for fun,' the group told IBTimes UK.
Honda forced to halt car production after being infected by WannaCry ransomware
WannaCry caused a global incident last month after infecting machines in 150 countries.
Qatar says 'neighbouring countries' behind the news agency hack that led to diplomatic crisis
"As far as we are concerned the case is very clear," Qatar's Attorney General Ali Bin Fetais al-Marri said.
South Korean web host pays 'record' $1m to hackers amid intense ransomware extortion
South Korean web hosting firm had 153 Linux servers infected by Erebus ransomware.
Hackers hit US schools in attempt to steal data from 'hundreds of thousands' of students
Experts say the group, connected to Morocco, tried to attack voting systems.
University College London computer network held to ransom in cyberattack
'Zero-day' ransomware infection causes computer chaos at leading London university
'Industroyer' malware could be 'biggest threat' to major power grids around the world
ESET and Dragos experts warn the malware could be adapted to hit gas and water.
Bug in Virgin Media 'Super Hub' routers left devices open to hacking – are you at risk?
Virgin Media home routers remain a 'prime target for attackers,' researcher warns.
GameStop hacked: Retailer confirms customers' personal data and payment card details possibly stolen
GameStop first revealed it was notified of the breach by a third party in April.
Doubleswitch: Hackers hijack Twitter accounts of activists and journalists to spread fake news
The attack has already been observed in Venezuela, Bahrain and Myanmar so far.
Al Jazeera hack: Qatar-based media network hit by 'systematic and continual' hacking attempts
The cyberattack comes a month after Qatar News Agency said it was hacked.
Beyond WannaCry: Hackers use NSA's leaked EternalBlue exploit to power more malicious payloads
These payloads were previously used in cyberattacks targeting the aerospace and defence industry.
Bahrain foreign minister's Twitter account hacked following Qatar news hack controversy
The hackers posted a slew of disturbing images and threats against the royal family.
OneLogin data breach: How hackers managed to infiltrate the password manager's system for seven hours
This is the second reported breach OneLogin has suffered within a year.
Kmart hack: Parent company Sears says customer credit card data compromised in data breach
The breach is the second cyberattack affecting Kmart stores in less than 3 years.
Old Mutual hack: Finance firm says customers' personal data, investment values accessed in data breach
'We are working tirelessly to deal with this matter effectively,' Old Mutual said.
Trump Organization cyberattack: FBI investigating overseas attempt to hack the company's computers
President Trump's sons, Donald Jr. and Eric, were summoned to an emergency meeting with the bureau.
'Judy' could be the largest malware campaign ever found on Google Play Store
Is your Android phone safe? Downloads from all affected applications range between 8.5 and 36.5 million users.
UK reportedly set to enforce anti-encryption proposals in wake of Manchester attack
'Technical Capability Notices' demand tech firms in UK hand over data to authorities.
Has Spotify been hacked? Firm denies breach as thousands of alleged passwords leak
Spotify says it has 'not experienced a security breach' and that user records are safe.
Travelling CEOs and coffee shop WiFi pose biggest threat to business security, study finds
One in 10 UK companies said they have no security concerns regarding employees' use of public Wi-Fi hotspots.
Target data breach: Retail giant agrees to $18.5m settlement with 47 states over massive 2013 breach
The breach affected 41 million customer payment card accounts and over 60 million Target customers.
'Cloak and Dagger' attacks could be the biggest security threat facing Android
'This is as dangerous an attack as we could possibly describe' expert warns.
Massive data breach exposes over 16,000 concealed weapons permit holders in Florida
The breach may have revealed the social security numbers of 469 customers as well.