In a digital age where computers are connected via network and data are stored on the cloud, this present challenges and risks. In May 2017, a widespread ransom ware campaign is impacting global corporations, government entities, and home users in multiple countries.

The latest version of this ransom ware variant — known as WannaCry, WCry or Wanna Decryptor — has spread rapidly over the weekend. Ransomware is a program that covertly installs on devices and either mounts an extortion attack that holds data hostage or locks operating systems until a ransom is paid.

Research and discuss strategies to counteract such a threat at the personal, corporate, and national levels.