2017 Ukraine ransomware attacks
A series of powerful cyberattacks using the Petya malware began on 27 June 2017 that swamped websites of Ukrainian organizations, including banks, ministries, newspapers and electricity firms. Similar infections were reported in France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Russia, United Kingdom, the United States and Australia. ESET estimated on 28 June 2017 that 80% of all infections were in Ukraine, with Germany second hardest hit with about 9%. On 28 June 2017, the Ukrainian government stated that the attack was halted. On 30 June 2017, the Associated Press reported experts agreed that Petya was masquerading as ransomware, while it was actually designed to cause maximum damage, with Ukraine being the main target.
Petya's ransom note displayed on a compromised system | |
| Date | 27–28 June 2017 |
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| Location | Ukraine
Other locations |
| Type | Cyberattack |
| Cause | Malware, ransomware, cyberterrorism |
| Outcome | Affected several Ukrainian ministries, banks, metro systems and state-owned enterprises |
| Suspects | Russia (according to statements of Ukrainian authorities, American Michael N. Schmitt and the CIA.) |
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