The first ever global worm-based ransomware attack – WannaCry –crippled close to 150 countries in May 2017. Ransomware usually spreads via email, relying on human intervention to initiate infection. In a matter of hours, WannaCry spread to Internet-connected computers infecting many that were unpatched and exposed to the Internet. In particular, the ransomware exploited older Windows operating systems, including Windows XP. The attack was a stark reminder about keeping antivirus, firewall and operating systems up-to-date. The IT security industry is exploiting machine learning to enhanced preparedness and threat response speeds. Can Machine Learning help mitigate ransomware attacks? https://www.spireresearch.com/newsroom/spirethoughts/wannacry-ransomware-attack-affects-millions/