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Create a Title for your Paper

Hi Please Find The Attached Detail Formatper Notes Delete These Not

Hi Please Find The Attached Detail Formatper Notes Delete These Not

hi , please find the attached detail format. per Notes (delete these notes when you submit the paper) · Use this paper template; do not change it. · Put all students’ names on the title page. · Use full sentences (except for the main table). · Use 12 pt, Calibri font; double space · At least 8 references must be used · Use APA format for in-text references and the reference list. · You are not allowed to copy any sentences from a source. No full quotes are allowed. Any plagiarism in a group's paper will result in the whole group receive a failure (F) for the assignment. Title Page (1 page) Title: Create a Title for your Paper Authors: List Authors’ Full Names Section 1. Attack Summary (2 page, double spaced) · Introduce the cyber incident · State what your group knew about this attack before starting the paper (even if it’s nothing that’s fine) · Describe how the attack works. · Describe what types of systems and or software are affected · Describe the overall impact of the attack (could be information like number of countries impacted, number of companies impacted, number of people impacted) · Describe how it impacts organizations, companies or people (for example, may it causes a denial of service and companies can’t use certain systems, maybe it causes all Windows programs to shutdown etc.) · Describe other interesting things you have found about this incident. · Use 8 references Section 2. Visual Representation (1 pages, double spaced) · Provide a high level visual either about how the attack works or that shows the impact of the attack (if can be a graph, a map or some other visual). Remember to cite the source. · Describe the visual in at least 3 sentences. Section 3. Table (1 pages, double spaced) · Create a table consisting of ten pieces of the most interesting information you found out about the cyber incident. You pick the fields that go into the table; you can use things from section 1 as a guide. Section 4. Group Reflection (1 page, double spaced) · DO NOT USE ANY SOURCES FOR THIS PART. · Answer this question: how has your view about cyber security overall changed because of what you learned from your topic? Do not explain concepts to me. Examples could be: your group is more scared than it was before, or maybe your group is now more aware that cyber attacks can spread more quickly or maybe your group feels that no one is truly safe from cyber attacks… Section 5. References (1 page) · List references in APA format.

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The rapid evolution of technology has heightened the significance of cybersecurity, making it an essential aspect of modern digital infrastructure. This paper explores the infamous WannaCry ransomware attack, which fundamentally disrupted global computer networks in 2017. The attack leveraged a vulnerability in Microsoft Windows systems, causing widespread chaos across various sectors and nations. Before undertaking this analysis, our group had limited knowledge of the incident's specifics, primarily understanding it as a significant ransomware event. The attack functions by exploiting a weakness in the Windows operating system’s SMB protocol, employing the EternalBlue exploit believed to be developed by the NSA and leaked by the Shadow Brokers. Once infected, targeted systems would have their data encrypted, demanding ransom payments in Bitcoin for decryption keys. Critical systems and software affected included Windows XP, Windows 7, and Windows Server 2008, highlighting the vulnerability across multiple enterprise environments. The impact was extensive—over 200,000 systems in 150 countries were affected, including hospitals, telecommunications, and banking sectors, illustrating its global reach. Organizations faced operational disruptions, such as shutdowns of hospital systems, shutdowns of airline booking systems, and interruptions in financial services. Notably, the UK's National Health Service (NHS) experienced severe outages, delaying treatments and endangering lives. Other interesting aspects include the high-profile nature of the attack, which prompted a worldwide response to patch the vulnerability promptly. The attack underscored the importance of timely software updates and proactive cybersecurity measures. Accompanying this textual analysis is a visual diagram illustrating the attack flow—from initial vulnerability exploitation to system encryption and ransom demands. This visual emphasizes the attack vector and the spread mechanism, aiding understanding of the complex process involved. A table summarizes ten key details, including the attack date, number of affected systems, the exploit used, and the response measures taken. The reflection reveals that our group now perceives cybersecurity as more critical, recognizing the rapid spread of cyber threats and their potentially devastating effects. Previously, we underestimated the global scale and rapidity of cyberattacks, but now we understand the necessity for vigilance and proactive defenses. The incident highlights that no organization or individual can be complacent regarding cybersecurity, and continuous vigilance is essential in protecting digital assets.

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