February 14, 2024 at 06:08PM LockBit ransomware group claims responsibility for cyberattack on Fulton County, Georgia, threatening to leak sensitive data unless a ransom is paid. The attack, causing IT outages in phone, court, and tax systems, still impacts the county weeks later. Despite the breach, no indication of stolen sensitive information was found, but … Read more
February 14, 2024 at 01:41PM A ransomware infection targeted around 100 hospitals in Romania, originating from the Hipocrate Information System (HIS) sold by Romanian Soft Company (RSC). The attack, starting on Feb. 10, led to demands for 3.5 BTC or 157,000 euro. Fortunately, most hospitals had relatively recent data backups, enabling easier restoration of services … Read more
February 14, 2024 at 12:05PM VARTA AG, a German battery manufacturer partially owned by Energizer Holdings, was hit by a cyberattack causing a shutdown of IT systems and halting production at five plants. Although the extent of the impact is still being assessed, the company is focusing on data integrity and has activated an emergency … Read more
February 13, 2024 at 02:29PM Canada’s Trans-Northern Pipelines was allegedly targeted by the ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware group, claiming to have stolen 190GB of data, including vital information. This intrusion draws comparisons to the 2021 Colonial Pipeline attack. ALPHV has also targeted other critical infrastructure organizations, prompting calls for improved cybersecurity measures to prevent catastrophic attacks on … Read more
February 13, 2024 at 11:02AM 100 hospitals in Romania have been hit by a ransomware attack, forcing them to take their healthcare management systems offline. The Hipocrate Information System used by the hospitals has been targeted, causing the encryption of data. As a precaution, 75 other facilities have also shut down their systems. Investigation and … Read more
February 13, 2024 at 10:38AM LockBit ransomware’s attack on a technology partner resulted in the exposure of sensitive information, such as Social Security numbers, belonging to over 57,000 banking customers. Based on the meeting notes, the key takeaway is that a technology partner was attacked by LockBit ransomware, resulting in the exposure of sensitive information, … Read more
February 13, 2024 at 06:33AM A file-encrypting ransomware attack on the Hipocrate Information System (HIS) in Romania has led to data encryption in 26 hospitals. As a result, hospitals are resorting to pen and paper for record keeping. The attackers have demanded a 3.5 Bitcoin ransom, but DNSC advises against paying. Affected facilities are following … Read more
February 12, 2024 at 12:24PM Willis Lease Finance Corporation disclosed a cybersecurity incident to US regulators after data was reportedly stolen and posted by the Black Basta ransomware group. The company took swift action, engaging third-party experts and informing law enforcement. While the extent of the breach is still being investigated, the group claimed to … Read more
February 12, 2024 at 07:43AM Ransomware attack on Hipocrate Information System (HIS) caused 18+ Romanian hospitals to go offline. Ministry of Health is investigating with cybersecurity experts for recovery. The impacted hospitals include emergency, cancer treatment, and regional centers. Patient data encryption and potential data theft are being probed. RSC, the system’s company, has not … Read more
February 8, 2024 at 03:21PM Hyundai Motor Europe experienced a Black Basta ransomware attack, potentially compromising three terabytes of data. Initially reported as IT issues, Hyundai later confirmed the cyberattack, involving unauthorized network access. The attack affected various company departments, and it is linked to Black Basta, known for double-extortion attacks and ties to the … Read more