Cyberattack hits US newspaper distribution


  • TECH
  • Monday, 31 Dec 2018

People walk by the Los Angeles Times building in Los Angeles, California, U.S., February 6, 2018. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni/File Photo

A cyberattack caused major printing and delivery disruptions on Saturday at the Los Angeles Times and other major US newspapers, including ones owned by Tribune Publishing Co such as the Chicago Tribune and Baltimore Sun.

The cyberattack appeared to originate outside the United States, the Los Angeles Times reported, citing a source with knowledge of the situation.

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