>BREAKING: "The hackers released a statement explaining that they meant no harm, it was simply about greed."
At least I understand this one, the hackers have had a lucrative time scalping Local government agencies. I figure most had an insider help. Who ever gave or order this target set them up.
2019: The Year Ransomware Targeted State & Local Governments
Louisiana government declares a state of emergency after cyberattack.
22 Texas Towns Hit With Ransomware Attack In 'New Front' Of Cyberassault
Hackers Are Holding Baltimore Hostage: How They Struck and What’s Next
Hit by Ransomware Attack, Florida City Agrees to Pay Hackers $600,000
Second Florida city pays giant ransom to ransomware gang in a week
New Orleans Declares State of Emergency Following Cyber Attack
Mississippi City Operations Disrupted By Ransomware
And the overall ransomware trouble list goes on and on — and also includes hospitals and more. Here is a list of some of the top medical facilities hit by ransomware in 2019.
https://www.wired.com/story/atlanta-spent-26m-recover-from-ransomware-scare/
https://www.govtech.com/blogs/lohrmann-on-cybersecurity/2019-the-year-ransomware-targeted-state–local-governments.html
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/riviera-beach-florida-ransomware-attack-city-council-pays-600000-to-hackers-who-seized-its-computer-system/