"Johannesburg Ransomware Attack Leaves Residents in the Dark"

A ransomware attack on Johannesburg's electric utility, City Power, has left some of the city's residents without power. According to City Power, the attack has impacted residents' ability to purchase electricity, upload invoices, and access the electricity provider's website. This incident further highlights the increase in ransomware attacks on municipalities. Johannesburg joins the list of cities that have recently fallen victim to these attacks, which include Baltimore, Atlanta, and Riviera Beach. This article continues to discuss the Johannesburg ransomware attack, other recent ransomware attacks on municipalities, and why cities are attractive targets for cybercriminals. 

Dark Reading reports "Johannesburg Ransomware Attack Leaves Residents in the Dark"

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