Hackers demanded R5.7 million after bringing important South African bank to its knees

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Ransomware Attack Targets South Africa's Land Bank for Bitcoin Extortion The Land Bank of South Africa experienced a ransomware attack where hackers demanded R5.67 million in Bitcoin. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana confirmed the attack occurred in January, but the situation was resolved without any ransom payment. 6 sources 72