Officials are investigating a ransomware attack from June affecting an unknown number of students.

Colorado Department of Education Reveals Data Breach Affecting Records from Last 16 Years

Nitin MisraAugust 7, 23ransomware, Security

The Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE) has informed students about a possible data breach following a ransomware attack in June. The attack, carried out by unidentified individuals, allowed unauthorized access to CDHE systems. Although the investigation is ongoing, the department has revealed that the breach compromised personal information such as names and social security numbers. “A review of the affected records is underway, and once completed, CDHE will notify potentially affected individuals by mail or email to the extent we have contact information,” CDHE wrote in its release. However,…

The security agency of the Indian government has warned about the threat posed by the ransomware called Akira.

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Indian Govt Alerts Citizens to Potential Data Theft from New Ransomware

Adarsh V.KJuly 24, 23ransomware

The government has issued a warning about a ransomware known as “Akira,” which is capable of stealing crucial information and encrypting data, potentially resulting in extortion. CERT-In, the government’s anti-cyber technology department, issued an advisory about “Akira,” a computer malware that targets Windows and Linux-based systems. It said it steals data and then encrypts the data in their systems. Once this is done, the malware performs double extortion and forces the victim to pay the ransom. “If the victim doesn’t pay, they will post their victim’s information on their dark…

The group obtained social security numbers and birth dates.

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45,000 NYC Students’ Personal Data Compromised in MOVEit Breach by Clop Ransomware Gang

Adarsh V.KJune 26, 23cybersecurity, internet, ransomware

The latest entity to reveal that it fell victim to the extensive MOVEit file transfer software breach is the New York City Department of Education. The agency notified parents via email on Sunday that the private data of around 45,000 students, which included social security numbers and birth dates in some instances, had been compromised. The department also confirmed that staff personal information was accessed, but did not disclose the number of teachers and other personnel affected. “The security of our students and staff, including their personal information, is of…

Ransomware gang BlackCat is likely behind a February attack on the company.

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Hackers on Reddit Issue Ultimatum for $4.5 Million and API Alterations or Risk Leak of 80GB of Data

Febin MathewJune 19, 23API, hacking, Privacy, ransomware, Reddit, Security

Reddit disclosed in February that it had fallen prey to a focused phishing attack that resulted in the exposure of confidential documents, code, dashboards, and contracts, as well as the personal information of some advertisers and current and former employees. Although none of the data has been made public, this could change soon. BlackCat, also known as ALPHV, a ransomware gang, has claimed responsibility for the breach and says it has 80GB of compressed data. In a post titled “The Reddit Files,” BlackCat has stated that it will erase the…

Healthcare organisations had a 73.7 per cent likelihood of paying a ransomware demand, and they are also the fourth most targeted sector by ransomware attacks (13 per cent) globally.

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73.7% of Healthcare Companies Agree to Pay Ransomware Demands

Adarsh V.KJune 7, 23health, Privacy, ransomware, Security

According to a recent report, healthcare organizations are the fourth most targeted sector by ransomware attacks worldwide, accounting for 13% of all attacks. The report also revealed that these organizations have a high probability of paying ransom demands, with a likelihood of 73.7%. As ransomware attacks become more common, organizations are taking steps to mitigate the damage, if it has been experienced, according to Arete, a global Internet risk management firm. Some of the most powerful controls include backups, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and endpoint detection and response (EDR), all of…

The attack on MCNA is the largest health breach this year.

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Ransomware attack exposes sensitive information of nearly 9 million dental patients

Febin MathewJune 1, 23internet, Privacy, ransomware, Security

A recently disclosed ransomware attack compromised some particularly sensitive medical data. Dental insurer Managed Care of North America (MCNA) said the intruder accessed patients and took copies of patient information between February 26 and March 7, including addresses, social security numbers, driver’s licenses and insurance information. MCNA says some of the information is for parents, guardians and guarantors (people who pay bills on behalf of others). A filing provided by the Maine Attorney General indicates that more than 8.9 million people have been affected. The company has not identified the…

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France to step up cyber defense after malware attacks in hospitals

Nitin MisraFebruary 18, 21anssi, ransomware

French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday unveiled a plan to better arm public institutions and private businesses against cybercriminals following ransomware attacks at two hospitals this month and a resurgence of similar cyber attacks in France. The attacks on the hospitals of Dax and Villefranche-sur-Sa ne have caused the transfer of some patients to other establishments while the French health system is under pressure from the coronavirus pandemic. Macron discussed the attacks with officials and employees at both hospitals, saying the incident “shows how very serious, sometimes vital, the threat…

Cybercriminals target the healthcare system (Pixabay)

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Microsoft Says StateSponsored Hackers Target 7 Major Covid19 Vaccine Manufacturers

Adriana MaraisNovember 15, 20data privacy, malware, Microsoft, phishing, ransomware

Microsoft has detected cyberattacks from at least three nation-state players that target seven major companies involved in vaccine research and treatment of Covid-19. Targets include pharmaceutical companies from Canada, France, India, South Korea and the United States. The cyber attacks came from Strontium, a player based in Russia, and two players in North Korea that Microsoft calls Zinc and Cerium. According to Microsoft, Strontium uses password spray and brute force login attempts in an attempt to steal login information. Cyber attacks involve accessing user accounts using millions or thousands of…

Topic: ransomware

Colorado Department of Education Reveals Data Breach Affecting Records from Last 16 Years

Indian Govt Alerts Citizens to Potential Data Theft from New Ransomware

45,000 NYC Students’ Personal Data Compromised in MOVEit Breach by Clop Ransomware Gang

Hackers on Reddit Issue Ultimatum for $4.5 Million and API Alterations or Risk Leak of 80GB of Data

73.7% of Healthcare Companies Agree to Pay Ransomware Demands

Ransomware attack exposes sensitive information of nearly 9 million dental patients

France to step up cyber defense after malware attacks in hospitals

Microsoft Says StateSponsored Hackers Target 7 Major Covid19 Vaccine Manufacturers

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