Posted On 11 Sep 2021

Windows 11 is Coming!
The long-awaited moment has come: Microsoft has finally announced when it will release Windows 11. According to Microsoft, it will start rolling out Windows 11 on October 5, 2021. As such, we’re not going to have a long wait until we finally get our hands on the latest version of the operating system. However, some of us will have to wait longer than others. According to a post on Microsoft’s blog, the rollout will be gradual. Devices that meet all the OS’ compatibility requirements will be prioritized, and all other devices will subsequently be evaluated for suitability according to age, hardware, and reliability metrics. According to Microsoft, all devices that are deemed to be suitable for the operating system will be offered the free update by the middle of 2022. So how do you get the upgrade? All users with an eligible PC will be automatically informed when the update is available. However, you should note that some of the features available in the operating system, such as Android Apps, may not be available immediately as Microsoft has plans to roll them out at a later date.

Accenture Falls Victim to Ransomware Attack
It seems that Accenture may have been the latest victim of the LockBit ransomware gang, which has offered to sell data that has been taken from the global consultancy organization. However, while a spokesperson from Accenture has confirmed to CNN Business that the company has been targeted in a cybersecurity attack, it did not reveal what form the attack took and whether ransomware was involved. On a page on their dark website, LockBit issued a statement confirming the breach and stated that it would release data from Accenture’s systems if they did not pay the required ransom. Previous victims of the notorious LockBit ransomware gang include Mersey rail and Bangkok Airlines. Historically, ransomware attacks involved hackers stealing data and then encrypting the associated files until the victim paid a ransom. However, tactics have since evolved to groups executing DDoS attacks on websites, informing journalists and customers of the infringement, and even threatening to inform stock exchanges.
Initial reports revealed that LockBit had published around 2,400 of the stolen files. However, these were later removed, and a new countdown was set by LockBit. It will be interesting to see what happens next. However, what is clear for now is that the clock is ticking to the deadline…