Dive into the thrilling realm of cyber mayhem as we unravel the unexpected fallout from a library cyber attack, sharing jaw-dropping tales of crypto heists and personal encounters with cyber trickery. Get ready for explosive insights, actionable tips to safeguard against ransomware, and a peek into the high-stakes cat-and-mouse game governments play with digital criminals. Fasten your seatbelts for an exhilarating ride through the digital frontier - this episode is not one to miss! 🚀💻

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We talk about:

1. How did a cyber attack on the Toronto Public Library impact individuals, and what broader implications does it have for cybersecurity?

2. What role does ransomware play in the rising cyber threats landscape, and how are libraries becoming unexpected targets?

3. Is the use of cryptocurrency enabling the surge in ransomware attacks, and how are cybercriminals exploiting this financial frontier?

4. How can individuals protect themselves from falling victim to ransomware, and what strategies should they employ in their daily digital interactions?

5. In the face of a ransomware attack, should individuals consider paying the ransom or explore alternative options to safeguard their data and privacy?

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Sources:

TPL statement: 

Cybersecurity Incident

News coverage: 

Cyber attack on Toronto Public Library leaves patrons reeling over loss of ‘social service network’

Current and former employee data stolen (massive dataset including personal info like SIN numbers)

Customer data not stolen

Data was on a shared drive in the internal network

Ransomware attacks on public institutions 

NCBI - WWW Error Blocked Diagnostic

Check if your information was stolen: 

Have I Been Pwned: Check if your email has been compromised in a data breach

Password manager–last line of defense

British Library: hacked in October: 

How ransomware could cripple countries, not just companies