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HomeBiggest attacks in history🚨 NotPetya: The Most Destructive Cyberattack in History - Russian Military Wiper Disguised as Ransomware Causes $10 Billion in Global Damage
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🚨 NotPetya: The Most Destructive Cyberattack in History - Russian Military Wiper Disguised as Ransomware Causes $10 Billion in Global Damage
Russian military intelligence (GRU Unit 74455 - Sandworm) deployed a destructive wiper malware disguised as ransomware via compromised M.E.Doc accounting software updates, targeting Ukraine but spreading globally. The attack caused $10 billion in damages, making it the most destructive cyberattack in history. Unlike ransomware, files could not be recovered even with payment - NotPetya was designed purely for destruction.
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