Latin America governments are prime targets for ransomware due to lack of resources, analysis argues
The recent high-profile attacks on Costa Rica and Peru are examples of the dynamic, researchers say.
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Costa Rican president claims collaborators are aiding Conti’s ransomware extortion efforts
The claim comes after Conti doubled its extortion demand to $20 million and called for the overthrow of the government.
Costa Rican president begins tenure with ransomware national emergency declaration
A Conti affiliate claimed responsibility and has posted more than 672 GB of data so far.