San Francisco transit struck by ransomware attack, commuters ride for free

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  1. ronjor

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    By Brad Jones — November 28, 2016 2:53 AM
     
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    San Francisco Rail System Hacker Hacked

     
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    "San Francisco’s transport agency has been hit by a hack attack that led to customers being able to travel for nothing.

    The hackers have made a ransom demand of 100 Bitcoin, which amounts to about $70,000 (£56,000 ; €66,000)..."

    http://www.bbc.com/news/technology-38127096
     
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