Ransomware caselet

What type of ransomware attacked the University of Maastricht's IT system?

• WannaCry

• Clop

• Sodinokibi

• Locky

How did cybercriminals gain access to the university's systems?

• Through a phishing email

• By hacking the servers directly

• By physically accessing the university's premises

• By exploiting a software vulnerability

What was the flaw in the university's system that made it vulnerable to cyberattacks?

• Failure to update some servers

• Unsecured network connections

• Lack of employee awareness

• Outdated antivirus software

What did the cybercriminals demand in exchange for restoring access to the university's data?

• A public apology

• Access to the university's research

• Confidential information

• Bitcoin payment

What was the rationale behind the University of Maastricht's decision to pay the ransom?

• To avoid financial damages

• To support cybercriminals

• To set an example for other institutions

• To gain access to sensitive data

What is one piece of advice given by experts to protect against ransomware attacks?

• Ignore phishing emails

• Update systems less frequently

• Pay the ransom money

• Keep a copy of the system offline

What incident involving ransomware resulted in a woman's death due to a delay in receiving medical aid?

• Travelex attack

• Düsseldorf hospital attack

• University of Antwerp attack

• Software AG attack

Which cybergang is responsible for the Clop ransomware attacks?

• Dridex

• TA505

• GlobeImposter

• Locky

What is the potential consequence of falling victim to ransomware like Clop?

• Employee turnover

• Legal action

• Financial loss

• Reputation damage

What is one example of a company that fell victim to the Sodinokibi ransomware?

• University of Antwerp

• Software AG

• Düsseldorf hospital

• Travelex