RansomHouse of Cards: Cell C’s Data Drama Unfolds with 7.7 Million Customers at Risk
Ransomware attacks are skyrocketing, with South Africa’s Cell C becoming the latest victim. They lost 2TB of sensitive data, including customer info. The culprits? RansomHouse, a group claiming to be a “Force for Good” while ironically demanding a hefty ransom. Clearly, Robin Hood’s modern reboot needs a better scriptwriter.
Hot Take:
Breaking news: Ransomware has officially moved out of your worst nightmare and into your favorite mobile service provider. Who would have thought that “Can you hear me now?” would soon become “Can you pay me now?” Thanks to hackers at RansomHouse, Cell C’s data is now the hottest thing since sliced bread, and they’ve got 2TB worth of it, making them the digital equivalent of an all-you-can-eat buffet!
Key Points:
- Ransomware attacks are on the rise with aggressive tactics like double and triple extortion.
- Cell C, a major telecom provider in South Africa, suffered a significant ransomware attack by RansomHouse.
- The hackers stole approximately 2TB of data affecting about 7.7 million customers.
- Stolen data includes sensitive personal information, raising questions about its storage relevance.
- RansomHouse focuses on data theft, claiming to expose IT vulnerabilities, albeit with a hefty ransom fee.
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