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Tag: Ransomware
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Is It Okay to Pay Ransom If You Have Cybersecurity Insurance?
As many organizations in various industries face the potential and the reality of ransomware attacks, it’s logical to wonder: what happens if we pay the
Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities for Healthcare Highlighted by Latest Attack on Aspen Dental
Aspen Dental is the latest healthcare industry company to fall victim to hackers. The Aspen Group reported a cybersecurity incident this month, temporarily impacting scheduling
What Can We Learn From the American Bar Association Attack?
In March, the American Bar Association (ABA) noticed unusual activity on its network, revealing the presence of an unauthorized hacker (reference). The hacker had gained
Terrorists Are Using Explosive USB Drives in Ecuador
Known for cocaine smuggling and gang-related crimes, Ecuador faces a new threat type: USB letter bombs. Recently, five different newsrooms had journalists receive letters with
No Fly List Left on Unsecured Server and Leaked Online
The “No Fly List” in the U.S. is a list of people who are prohibited from boarding commercial aircraft for travel within, into, or out
Ransomware Attack Leads to State of Emergency in Oakland
It’s not just hospitals and companies that are vulnerable to ransomware attacks – entire cities can be attacked too. Earlier this month, the City of
Cyber Attack Affects Real Estate Records Recording
Imagine being ready to close escrow on the house of your dreams–but wait. The county recorder can’t record the sale. Why? A cyber attack has
Healthcare Providers Beware: HHS Announces New Ransomware Threat
The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently warned healthcare providers of a new ransomware threat targeting the healthcare sector, specifically the dental
LockBit Ransomware Gang Apologies After Hospital Attack, Reaffirms Dentists Are OK To Attack
The LockBit ransomware gang recently targeted the Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), a teaching and research hospital in Toronto that focuses on providing healthcare to
