Ransomware Rampage: African Telecoms and Infrastructure Under Siege!
Telecom Namibia fell victim to a ransomware attack by Hunters International, exposing customer data online. This highlights the escalating trend of ransomware-as-a-service targeting critical infrastructure in Africa. With rapid digitization outpacing cybersecurity measures, sectors like telecommunications are becoming prime targets for financially motivated cybercriminals and state-sponsored actors.
Hot Take:
Namibia’s telecoms just got a crash course in ransomware, courtesy of Hunters International. It’s like being schooled by a hacker version of a reality TV show. The plot twist? Customer data got leaked on the dark web, and Namibia joins the club of critical infrastructure victims. Congratulations, Namibia, you’ve made it to the cybercrime spotlight!
Key Points:
- Telecom Namibia fell victim to a ransomware attack by the RaaS group Hunters International.
- Customer data was leaked on the dark web after refusing to negotiate a ransom.
- Ransomware attacks are on the rise in Africa, targeting critical infrastructure.
- Rapid digital transformation and inadequate cybersecurity measures are major factors behind these attacks.
- The RaaS model allows cybercriminals to target high-value infrastructure with greater ease and profitability.