Data Stolen in Ransomware Attack That Hit Seattle Airport

September 16, 2024 at 07:39AM The Port of Seattle confirmed a ransomware cyberattack in August, causing outages and disruptions to various services at the SEA Airport and other facilities. While most affected systems have been restored, the Port’s external website and internal portals remain offline. Stolen data is being assessed, with the potential for public … Read more

City of Columbus Sues Researcher Who Disclosed Impact of Ransomware Attack

September 3, 2024 at 06:51AM The City of Columbus, Ohio, initially downplayed the impact of a ransomware attack in July. Subsequently, the city sued a researcher, David Leroy Ross, for disclosing the extent of the incident. Ross revealed that the attack was more significant than reported and shared stolen data, causing the city to offer … Read more

Researcher sued for sharing data stolen by ransomware with media

August 30, 2024 at 10:46AM The City of Columbus, Ohio has filed a lawsuit against security researcher David Leroy Ross, accusing him of illegally downloading and sharing data stolen from the City’s IT network, leaked by the Rhysida ransomware gang. Based on the meeting notes, it appears that the City of Columbus, Ohio, has filed … Read more

MarineMax Notifying 123,000 of Data Breach Following Ransomware Attack

July 18, 2024 at 09:03AM MarineMax, a boat dealer, disclosed a data breach impacting over 123,000 individuals due to a ransomware attack. The attackers, known as the Rhysida ransomware group, allegedly obtained financial documents and personal information. The affected individuals will receive free credit monitoring and identity restoration services for two years. The ransomware group … Read more

Singing River Health System: Data of 895,000 stolen in ransomware attack

May 14, 2024 at 04:13PM Singing River Health System reported a ransomware attack impacting 895,204 individuals. The health provider, with over 3,500 staff, operates multiple hospitals and other facilities in Mississippi. The breach exposed personal and medical data, attributed to the Rhysida ransomware gang. Affected persons are urged to enroll in credit monitoring, be cautious … Read more

Boat Dealer MarineMax Confirms Data Breach 

April 2, 2024 at 05:09AM MarineMax recently confirmed a ransomware attack led to a data breach affecting customers and employees. The attackers, known as the Rhysida ransomware group, have claimed to have stolen ‘limited data’, including personal information. MarineMax’s ongoing investigation aims to evaluate the extent of the incident’s impact on operations and financial condition. … Read more

Rhysida ransomware wants $3.6 million for children’s stolen data

February 28, 2024 at 03:42PM The Rhysida ransomware gang has claimed responsibility for the cyberattack on Lurie Children’s Hospital in Chicago, impacting medical care and compromising sensitive data. With ongoing efforts to restore IT systems, service disruptions persist, requiring manual processes and extended payment timelines. The gang threatens to sell stolen data for 60 BTC, … Read more

Insomniac Games alerts employees hit by ransomware data breach

February 23, 2024 at 02:00PM Sony’s Insomniac Games notified employees of a data breach in the wake of a Rhysida ransomware attack. Personal information, including sensitive employment details and upcoming project materials, was compromised and leaked. Affected individuals are being offered extended ID protection and a dedicated support hotline as Insomniac and Sony address the … Read more

In Other News: US Hacks Iranian Spy Ship, Rhysida Ransomware Decryption, NIST Guidance

February 16, 2024 at 10:03AM SecurityWeek’s roundup includes Google Cloud’s threat report, a free decryption tool for Rhysida ransomware, and NIST’s guidance on software supply chain security. It covers OpenTitan’s root of trust availability, Seal Security’s emergence, and Pentagon’s data breach notification. Google denies Hamas cyber support, and China’s hacking claims are criticized for lack … Read more

Free Rhysida ransomware decryptor for Windows exploits RNG flaw

February 12, 2024 at 10:48AM South Korean researchers discovered and publicly disclosed a flaw in Rhysida ransomware, enabling the creation of a free Windows decryptor. This ransomware is known for targeting healthcare organizations and was the subject of a warning by the FBI and CISA for attacks against various industries. The flaw allowed for the … Read more