November 20, 2024 at 01:09PM Change Healthcare has restored its clearinghouse services after a February ransomware attack, affecting 94% of hospitals. Despite partial recovery, financial strain persists for providers, with over $6 billion loaned. CEO Andrew Witty faced Congress for the decision to pay a $22 million ransom. Security lapses were criticized as “egregious negligence.” … Read more
August 23, 2024 at 03:43PM The American Radio Relay League (ARRL) paid a $1 million ransom for a decryptor to restore systems encrypted in a May ransomware attack. Based on the meeting notes, the key takeaway is that the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) paid a $1 million ransom for a decryptor to restore systems … Read more
July 25, 2024 at 02:44PM Many organizations are facing global IT issues due to a defect in CrowdStrike’s Falcon sensor content update, impacting operations across sectors. This event highlights the importance of improving cyberattack response capabilities. Lessons include evaluating detection speed, prioritizing recovery, executing business continuity plans effectively, and addressing supply chain risks to enhance … Read more
July 3, 2024 at 03:50PM The 88-year-old Patelco credit union in the Bay Area was hit by a ransomware attack, leaving tens of thousands of customers without account access. The attack affected online banking, mobile app services, and the call center, disrupting electronic transactions. Patelco is working to restore systems but faces challenges typical of … Read more
May 3, 2024 at 08:25AM Mimic, a new ransomware defense company, aims to detect, deflect, and recover from ransomware attacks. The software-as-a-service platform can restore an organization’s data within 24 hours without paying a ransom. Backed by industry experts and having secured $27 million in funding, Mimic’s platform works in tandem with existing security controls. … Read more
April 18, 2024 at 07:36AM Zerto, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company, provides super low RPO with Continuous Data Protection to detect and recover from ransomware in real time. Its application-centric approach and real-time encryption detection offer early warning signs of an attack, while enabling instant file level recovery and fast failover to a secondary site. … Read more
April 16, 2024 at 12:54PM Join the one-day virtual summit focusing on ransomware attacks and preparing your organization for defense and recovery. Sessions cover battling ransomware before it strikes, building zero trust resilience, demystifying modern ransomware tradecraft, improving preparedness plans, and radical resilience. Register to access all sessions, networking, expo, resources, and more. Sponsored by … Read more
March 8, 2024 at 09:39AM Change Healthcare has begun the process of recovering from the ransomware attack by restoring its electronic prescription services. The first services are live, with more expected in the coming weeks. The outage has impacted healthcare providers, leading to payment issues. The ransomware gang responsible may be closing down, possibly in … Read more
March 7, 2024 at 07:52AM Belgian beer brewer Duvel’s facility was hit by a ransomware attack, halting production. Its IT team is working on resolving the issue, with no clear timeline for recovery. The company assures no supply issues and is well-stocked. Ransomware attacks are common in the manufacturing sector, with potential financial and operational … Read more
March 6, 2024 at 05:08PM Veeam® Software, a global leader in data protection and ransomware recovery, has unveiled the new Veeam Data Cloud, based on Microsoft Azure, offering backup-as-a-service for Microsoft 365 and Azure. This solution provides reliable cyber resiliency and data protection, complemented by industry-leading technology, security, and intuitive interface. Learn more at veeam.com. … Read more