Federal authorities have warned that inboxes are being targeted by ransomware called 'Medusa' which can steal huge amounts of personal information.
Federal authorities are warning Gmail and Outlook users about a ransomware known as 'Medusa.'The ransomware, used by hacker groups to extort victims, has compromised the data of hundreds of people across various sectors, including medical, education, legal, insurance, technology, and manufacturing.Newsweek contacted the FBI for more information via email.Why It MattersRansomware attacks lock vital computer files away from their owners and demand a fee to return them.
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the FBI issued a joint advisory on March 12, 2025, as part of the ongoing #StopRansomware initiative. Their advice to counter any ransomware attacks against employers include implementing a multifactor authentication system, and monitoring network usage.'The RaaS Medusa variant has been used to conduct ransomware attacks from 2021 to present,' the FBI said in a statement.
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