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Extensive investigations unveiled the origins of NotPetya, particularly how the attackers utilized a legitimate software component from MeDoc to launch the malware without raising suspicion. Cybersecurity experts identified components like easymt.exe—critical for enabling the malware’s launch—emphasizing the potent dangers of compromised trusted systems in modern cybersecurity.
As the dust settled, global consequences rippled throughout international relations. The attack prompted swift condemnation by Western governments directed at Russia, leading to heightened diplomatic tensions.