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# [Ransomware Attacks in the African Ecosystem, and all you should know about the Conti Ransomware](https://cybernetacks.hashnode.dev/ransomware-attacks-in-the-african-ecosystem-and-all-you-should-know-about-the-conti-ransomware?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

While social engineering remains the most popular attack vector in Africa, a study by Interpol found that instances of ransomware and botnet attacks are also rising. Ransomware is the fourth most prevalent cyber-attack identified in the report, which...

Aug 22, 2022 · 11 min read · cybernetacks.hashnode.dev  
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