Ransomware attack cripples DMW website

By Aric John Sy Cua

Jul 17, 2024 12:16 am

A RANSOMWARE attack has paralyzed the online systems of the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW), the agency said on Tuesday.

'As a result of a ransomware attack on DMW online systems, the Department through its management information technology system had to take preemptive measures to protect OFW (overseas Filipino worker) data and information, such as taking the systems offline,' it said in a statement.

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