What made the WannaCry ransomware attack in May 2017 particularly significant?
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What made the WannaCry ransomware attack in May 2017 particularly significant?
The WannaCry ransomware attack in May 2017 was particularly significant because it targeted computers running the Microsoft Windows operating system by encrypting data and demanding ransom payments in Bitcoin. It spread rapidly across the globe, affecting over 200,000 computers in more than 150 countries within a few days. The attack exploited a vulnerability in the Windows operating system, known as EternalBlue, which was allegedly developed by the NSA and later leaked by hacking group Shadow Brokers. This attack highlighted the importance of cybersecurity, the risks of not keeping software updated, and the potential impact of ransomware on critical infrastructure and organizations worldwide.