FBI warning farmers about potential ransomware attacks
(KYMA, KECY) - Farmers need to be on the lookout for potential hackers.
That's according to a warning from the FBI.
Officials say cyber-criminals might go after agriculture cooperatives during planting and harvesting seasons, believing they could be more vulnerable and willing to pay-off the extortion.
The FBI says six grain companies were targeted last fall and two others have already been attacked this year.
In a public advisory, federal officials say a major disruption of grain production would impact the entire food chain.
They're calling on farmers to take defensive measures against the potential threat.
