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‘Akira’ Attack

GS Paper III Defence and Security

Context:

The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a warning about a new internet ransomware virus called ‘Akira,’.

About Akira:

Akira is a malicious software designed to target both Windows and Linux-based systems.
It steals vital personal information and encrypts data leading to extortion of money from people.
In case a victim refuses to pay, their data is leaked on the dark web blog.
Prevention: Users should enforce strong password policies and multi-factor authentication (MFA) and avoid applying updates/patches available in any unofficial channel.

About Ransomware:

Ransomware is a computer malware that infects and blocks users from using their own data and system and they can get it back against a pay-off.

CERT-In

CERT-In is the national nodal agency for responding to computer security incidents as and when they occur.
Mandate:
- Collection, analysis and dissemination of information on cyber incidents.
- Forecast and alerts of cyber security incidents
- Emergency measures for handling cyber security incidents
- Coordination of cyber incident response activities.

News Source: The Hindu

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