Why politically motivated cyberattacks might be the new normal
An international ransomware attack struck parts of Europe, Asia, and the United States on Tuesday, crippling tens of thousands of computers at banks, hospitals, and government offices worldwide. We asked three experts at Northeastern—Carla Brodley, John Manferdelli, and Wil Robertson— to discuss the motivation behind the attack, the challenges of stopping future attacks, and the efficacy of giving in to hackers’ demands.
