05/22/2017 Important WannaCry Cyber Attack

On May 12, 2017 a widely publicized cyber attack known as WannaCry (Ransom-WannaCry, WCry, WanaCrypt, WanaCrypt0r, et al) started attacking a number of organizations worldwide. The malware encrypts (locks) computers and demands a payment to unlock the infected system. We have taken all available precautions to ensure our infrastructure, technical systems, and products are patched and secured from this malware. We are aware of no impacts resulting from this recent event. Our security team is closely monitoring this evolving situation in close coordination with other organizations. We will continue to take appropriate actions as circumstances dictate, including patching and additional mitigation that may become available.

For More Information:

• NCCIC – WannaCry
• Symantec – WannaCry Ransomware
• Tech Crunch – WannaCry Two Years

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