Since when did ransomware distributors look at what they're encrypting? For one thing, it gives a possible trace back to them rather than just using an anonymous Bitcoin account.
Family Planning office warns customers private parts may be exposed
The Australian State of New South Wales' reproductive and sexual health organisation Family Planning NSW has advised users of an April 2018 ransomware attack that may have compromised sensitive information. The agency apparently retained web form messages on the public-facing server, meaning if its database was breached, …
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Monday 14th May 2018 09:06 GMT Anonymous Coward
"Since when did ransomware distributors look at what they're encrypting? "
Since forever. How do you think say hospitals and police get bills of thousands?
"For one thing, it gives a possible trace back to them rather than just using an anonymous Bitcoin account."
Only if you don't have a clue about anonymity.
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Monday 14th May 2018 08:59 GMT Sgt_Oddball
On the plus side...
They came clean about being infected and are actively taking steps to remedy the situation. I'm guessing those affected will get letters telling them to get themselves checked as well?
That said it's always a much better idea to have a barrier between sensitive items since prevention is better than cure.
Mine's the one with the ointment in the pocket..