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The Wannacry ransomware attack was a widespread cyberattack that occurred in May 2017, affecting over 200,000 computers in 150 countries. The attack was carried

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The Wannacry ransomware attack was a widespread cyberattack that occurred in May 2017, affecting over 200,000 computers in 150 countries. The attack was carried out using a vulnerability in the Windows operating system, which was exploited by the WannaCry ransomware. The attack was attributed to North Korean hackers, and it highlighted the importance of cybersecurity and the need for organizations to keep their software up to date. Companies like Microsoft, Google, and Facebook were affected, while experts like Bruce Schneier and Brian Krebs provided critical analysis and guidance.