Georgia
A notorious ransomware group demanded millions from Fulton County. The official in charge refused to pay.
The Russian-based ransomware syndicate LockBit took responsibility for the cyberattack, which temporarily crippled the Georgia county's online infrastructure.
How a Georgia official stood up to a Russian ransomware ring
How a Georgia official took on a ransomware ring
How a Georgia official took on a ransomware ring
Last January in Georgia, Fulton County Chairman Robb Pitts found himself in a showdown star... [2786 chars]