Ransomware attacks against businesses on the rise: Report

U.S.-based security firm Symantec Corp. has said in a report that ransomware attacks targeted at businesses are increasing, PYMNTS.com reported.

"A growing number of gangs are beginning to focus on targeted attacks against large organizations," said Symantec. "A successful targeted attack on an organization can potentially infect thousands of computers, causing massive operational disruption and serious damage to revenues and reputation.’

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