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Hackers Cripple Airport Currency Exchanges, Seeking $6 Million Ransom

Hackers Cripple Airport Currency Exchanges, Seeking $6 Million Ransom

Travelex’s stores, airport counters and exchange services were forced offline by a ransomware attack on New Year’s Eve.

Author cyberplaygroundPosted on 01/12/2020Categories ECP Educational CyberPlayGround, NetHappeningsTags Travelex Airport Currency Exchange hacked

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