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Kia Motors America suffers ransomware attack, $20 million ransom

Kia Motors America has suffered a ransomware attack by the DoppelPaymer gang, demanding $20 million for a decryptor and not to leak stolen data. Ransomware is known for stealing unencrypted files before encrypting devices and then posting portions on their data leak site to further pressure victims into paying. Kia has nearly 800 dealers in the U.S. with cars and SUVs manufactured out of West Point, Georgia, manufactured by Kia’s parent company, Kia.

Source: https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/kia-motors-america-suffers-ransomware-attack-20-million-ransom/

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