Microsoft said Friday that seven pharmaceutical companies working on COVID-related vaccines and drugs were targeted, some successfully, by hackers originating from Russia and North Korea.
Two weeks ago, a ransomware attack took down computers and medical equipment at hospitals across the U.S., delaying some medical procedures and leaving frontline workers using pen and paper.
This week on Tech Tuesday, a look at the rise of cyber crime during the pandemic. Plus, tips to strengthen password security on personal devices.
Guests:
- Robert McMillan, technology reporter, The Wall Street Journal
- Laura Hautala, cybersecurity journalist, CNET
- Russell Holly, contributing editor, Android Central
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