'Petya' attacks Globle

New Delhi, June 28: A new shock has jolted the world recently.A ransomware attack has taken place again. Petrwrap or Petya a latest virus has affected many countries across the globe. The attack first started in Ukraine has affected many countries in Europe and US.

Experts say that Petrwrap is a ransomware attack which denies the access to a computer system and the customers must pay money to regain the access. They have also said that it is the similar version of the 'WNCRY' ransomware attack which has affected many countries in May.

Sources say that the cyber criminals have demanded $ 300 bitcoins.Until now nearly 2,000 attacks were observed yesterdayThe countries affected by the attack are
* Russia
* Ukraine
* Britain
* France
* Germany
* Italy
* Poland
* United States

In India biggest container port in Mumbai was hit by a ransomware attack.Finally, experts say that the impact of the new virus may not be larger but cautioned many countries to upgrade their computer systems so that they remain protected.