Swiss Farmer's Ransomware Attack Kills Cow and Calf
Cyberattack Highlights Vulnerabilities in Agricultural Technology
Ransomware Attack Leaves Milking Robots Offline
A recent ransomware attack on a Swiss farmer's computer systems has had tragic consequences, resulting in the deaths of a cow and her calf. The attack left milking robots offline, preventing the farmer from accessing vital cattle information. The hackers demanded $10,000 to decrypt the data, but the farmer refused to pay. As a result, the milking robots remained inoperable, and the cow and calf were unable to be milked. Without proper nutrition, the calf died, and the cow's health deteriorated rapidly. This incident highlights the vulnerabilities in agricultural technology, as cyberattacks can have severe consequences on livestock and farmers' livelihoods. The Swiss farmer is now calling for increased cybersecurity measures in the agricultural industry to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
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