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US and South Korea warn of Gunra ransomware targeting govt agencies
August 10, 2026
Back to all postsIn a joint advisory, the United States Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and the South Korean National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) have issued a warning about an increased threat from the Gunra ransomware. The cybercriminals behind this malware are targeting government agencies in both countries, exploiting known vulnerabilities to infiltrate systems. This incident underscores the urgency for Canadian SMBs to strengthen their cyber defenses, as similar attacks could potentially extend to businesses as well. To protect against such threats, it's crucial to ensure software is up-to-date, implement multi-factor authentication, and regularly back up data.
Source: BleepingComputer
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