Scotland environmental regulator hit by 'ongoing' ransomware attack
Scotland environmental regulator hit by ‘ongoing’ ransomware attack By 11:22 AM The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) confirmed on Thursday that some of its contact center, internal systems, processes and internal communications were affected following a ransomware attack that took place on Christmas Eve. "SEPA confirms ongoing ransomware attack likely to be by international serious and organised cyber-crime groups intent on disrupting public services and extorting public funds," the agency said. SEPA added that, after isolating the compromised systems, recovery will proba...