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Information security

United HealthCare CEO says 'maybe a third' of U.S. citizens were affected by recent hack | TechCrunch

The cyberattack on Change Healthcare systems impacted a substantial number of Americans, with uncertainty about the exact extent of the breach. [ more ]

Fast Company

London politics

MGM Resorts is using a Big Tech strategy to fight Lina Khan's FTC-but will it work?

MGM Resorts faced a cyberattack demanding a $30 million ransom, leading to operational chaos and exposing vast customer data. [ more ]

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#healthcare-system

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1 week ago

Medicine

Fallout From Cyberattack at Ascension Hospitals Persists, Causing Delays in Patient Care

Doctors and nurses resort to paper records due to cyberattack affecting access to electronic medical records. [ more ]

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New York City

Senators Slam UnitedHealth's C.E.O. Over Cyberattack

Lawmakers criticized UnitedHealth for cyberattack response and risk to sensitive medical data. [ more ]

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Tech industry

Health industry struggles to recover from cyberattack on a unit of UnitedHealth

Cyberattack on Change Healthcare causes billing issues for medical practices

Healthcare system vulnerable to hackers with shortcomings in response [ more ]

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Public health

Cyberattack Paralyzes the Largest U.S. Health Care Payment System

Providers facing severe cash squeeze after cyberattack on billing system

Government steps in to provide financial relief to affected medical care providers. [ more ]

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#ransomware

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2 weeks ago

Information security

Ransomware used in attack that disrupted US hospitals

A ransomware cyberattack disrupted operations at Ascension, one of the largest U.S. health care systems. [ more ]

MedCity News

Privacy professionals

Answering 7 Key Questions About Change Healthcare's Cyberattack

Change Healthcare hit by cyberattack affecting patient prescriptions

Federal government steps in to address fallout and digital bottlenecks

Russian-speaking cybercriminal group BlackCat known for ransomware attacks and data leaks [ more ]

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Privacy professionals

Who is Blackcat, the hacker group that has disrupted UnitedHealth and pharmacies everywhere?

Blackcat ransomware group identified as responsible for cyberattack on UnitedHealth's Change Healthcare business

Multiple law enforcement agencies investigating Blackcat ransomware group for disrupting critical infrastructure [ more ]

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Privacy technologies

Yes, Change Healthcare breach was us BlackCat

Change Healthcare cyberattack confirmed as ransomware attack linked to BlackCat (AlphV)

Attack impacted pharmacies and hospitals, causing prescription and payment processing issues [ more ]

Databreaches

Privacy technologies

US retail mortgage lender LoanDepot struggles with cyberattack

LoanDepot, a U.S. retail mortgage lender, is grappling with a cyberattack that impacted its loan processing and phone service.

The company has not confirmed whether it was a ransomware attack, but it appears to be based on the information provided. [ more ]

www.housingwire.com

6 months ago

Privacy professionals

AlphV/BlackCat gang allegedly behind Fidelity ransomware attack

The ransomware gang AlphV/BlackCat has claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on Fidelity National Financial.

Fidelity National Financial notified the public of the cybersecurity breach and the resulting disruptions in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Mr. Cooper, another housing industry firm, was also recently targeted in a cyberattack. [ more ]

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#loandepot

www.housingwire.com

3 weeks ago

Business

Impacted by a cyberattack, loanDepot delivers a Q1 loss of $38M

loanDepot faced financial losses in Q1 2024 due to a cyberattack impacting operations, with a non-GAAP net loss of $38 million. [ more ]

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Privacy professionals

LoanDepot customers struggle to make mortgage payments after California lender hacked

loanDepot customers are struggling to make mortgage payments after a cyberattack on the company's systems.

Certain loan processing and phone services have been affected, impacting customers who are trying to make payments or start loan processes. [ more ]

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#cybersecurity

The Verge

4 weeks ago

Information security

Read Satya Nadella's Microsoft memo on putting security first

Prioritize security above all else for the company's success, with a focus on the Secure Future Initiative (SFI) principles. [ more ]

Harvard Business Review

Information security

Preventing the Next Big Cyberattack on U.S. Health Care

The cyberattack on Change Healthcare exposed vulnerabilities in the U.S. health care sector that require urgent action for improved cybersecurity. [ more ]

Brooklyn Eagle

Brooklyn

What's News, Breaking: Monday, March 11, 2024

Patients forced to choose between paying for essential medications or forgoing them due to insurance payment processor hack

Pharmacies seeking free sample medications for patients who can't afford to pay for their essential medications amid the ongoing cyberattack. [ more ]

Axios

Public health

Cyberattack affecting prescription refills reveals weakness in health care system

Cyberattack highlights vulnerability in health care consolidation

Widespread impact of cyberattacks on health care sector [ more ]

Databreaches

Privacy technologies

Ukrainian man pleads guilty in cyberattack that temporarily disrupted major Vermont hospital

Ukrainian man pleads guilty to cyberattacks at University of Vermont Medical Center

Penchukov admitted involvement in malware schemes leading to millions in losses [ more ]

Theregister

Privacy professionals

Netherlands reveals Chinese spies attacked its defense dept

Dutch authorities have attributed a cyberattack on the Ministry of Defense to Chinese state-sponsored hackers

The attackers used a previously unseen malware called Coathanger to gain access to the network [ more ]

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#apt28

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4 weeks ago

Germany news

Germany accuses Russia of intolerable' cyberattack, warns of consequences

Germany attributes cyberattack on SPD to Russia's APT28, military intelligence service. [ more ]

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4 weeks ago

Europe news

Germany accuses Russia of cyberattack on governing party DW 05/03/2024

German government accuses Russian GRU of state-sponsored cyberattack on Social Democratic Party. [ more ]

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CyberScoop

Information security

Cyberattack hits Georgia county at center of voting software breach

Cyberattack targeted Georgia county's IT infrastructure related to false election fraud claims. [ more ]

Mail Online

Information security

Hackers are using fake Facebook ads to steal bank account details

Cyberattack targets Facebook users with phishing ads disguised as 'sponsored' Google links. [ more ]

Theregister

Data science

Leicester loses data, now streetlight control in cyberattack

Leicester City Council experienced prolonged streetlight issues due to residual effects of a cyberattack. [ more ]

Brooklyn Eagle

Brooklyn

Cyberattack hits New York state government's bill drafting office

The New York state Legislature's bill drafting office faced a cyberattack affecting the bill drafting system, posing a potential challenge during finalizing state budget bills. [ more ]

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New York City

A Cyberattack Could Make N.Y. State's Late Budget Even Later

A cyberattack on the New York State Bill Drafting Commission disrupted the budget process, leading to potential delays and reverting to antiquated computer systems. [ more ]

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New York City

A Cyberattack Could Make N.Y. State's Late Budget Even Later

Cyberattacks can disrupt critical governmental processes, like budget negotiations, necessitating a shift back to less sophisticated systems. [ more ]

Cardplayer

Privacy professionals

MGM Files Lawsuit To Block FTC Investigation

The Federal Trade Commission investigation into MGM Resorts' cyberattack has led to a lawsuit claiming Fifth Amendment violations. [ more ]

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Canada news

Indigo agrees to go private after sale to holding company owned by chief executive's spouse | CBC News

Agreement for Indigo Books & Music Inc. to go private at $2.50 per share in cash by Trilogy Retail Holdings Inc.

Trilogy companies are connected to largest shareholder Gerald Schwartz and CEO Heather Reisman, offering a 69% premium on the share price. [ more ]

Theregister

Privacy professionals

UK elections 'unaffected' by China's cyber-interference

China's unsuccessful attempt to undermine UK elections confirmed by UK's deputy prime minister.

UK and US officially cite China's state-sponsored cyber aggression incidents in 2021. [ more ]

CyberScoop

Privacy professionals

Health care groups resist cybersecurity rules in wake of landmark breach

Cyberattack on payment processor affects healthcare system

Debate on implementing cybersecurity regulations for healthcare sector [ more ]

Theregister

Privacy professionals

White House and lawmakers increase pressure on UnitedHealth

Lawmakers pressure UnitedHealth after cyberattack

DHHS and DOL call for expedited payments to medical providers [ more ]

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Privacy professionals

Financial watchdog Fintrac hit by cyberattack, says classified systems not involved | CBC News

Fintrac hit by cyberattack, corporate systems offline

Fintrac working with federal partners to restore systems [ more ]

#data-theft

BleepingComputer

Privacy professionals

Pharmaceutical giant Cencora says data was stolen in a cyberattack

Cencora, previously AmerisourceBergen, faced a cyberattack involving data theft.

The company contained the incident, is cooperating with authorities, but impact on finances is undetermined. [ more ]

Theregister

Privacy professionals

Caravan club admits members' personal data possibly accessed

The Caravan and Motorhome Club (CAMC) still cannot confirm whether members' data was stolen in a January cyberattack.

The club has listed the types of data that might have been accessed, but remains uncertain about any theft. [ more ]

Forbes

Privacy professionals

4 Remote Workplaces Most Vulnerable To Cyberattacks And 9 Common Mistakes

Remote workers face increased cyber threats as cyberattacks on individuals and companies continue to rise.

Co-working spaces, libraries, coffee shops, cafes, and working in a different country or city from your company are the most vulnerable locations for data theft. [ more ]

Forbes

Privacy professionals

4 Remote Workplaces Most Vulnerable To Cyberattacks And 9 Common Mistakes

Remote workers face increased cyber threats as cyberattacks on individuals and companies continue to rise.

Co-working spaces, libraries, coffee shops, cafes, and working in a different country or city from your company are the most vulnerable locations for data theft. [ more ]

Forbes

Privacy professionals

4 Remote Workplaces Most Vulnerable To Cyberattacks And 9 Common Mistakes

Remote workers face increased cyber threats as cyberattacks on individuals and companies continue to rise.

Co-working spaces, libraries, coffee shops, cafes, and working in a different country or city from your company are the most vulnerable locations for data theft. [ more ]

moredata-theft

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Privacy professionals

Investigation into full extent of ransomware attack on Toronto Public Library still underway | CBC News

The Toronto Public Library (TPL) is still investigating the full extent of a cyberattack in October.

The cyberattack targeted an internet-facing server, leading to data compromise and encryption. [ more ]

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Tech industry

Most Wanted' Man Pleads Guilty in Cyberattack That Upended Vermont Hospital

Ukrainian man pleaded guilty to cyberattack schemes causing millions in losses and hospital disruption.

Mr. Penchukov led an organization infecting computers with malicious software for years, causing significant financial losses. [ more ]

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Privacy professionals

South Korea says presumed North Korean hackers breached personal emails of presidential staffer

North Korean hackers breached the personal emails of a South Korean President's staff member.

The cyberattack only affected the personal account of the employee and did not compromise the overall security system. [ more ]

Databreaches

Privacy technologies

Cyberattack shuts down Colorado public defender's office

Cyberattack on Colorado State Public Defender shuts down computer network

Data encrypted by malware [ more ]

#fulton-county

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US politics

Fulton county's systems were hacked. Already weary officials are tight-lipped

Fulton County, Georgia, is experiencing a cyberattack on its government computers, but there is no indication that it is related to the election process.

County officials are being cautious with their statements and sticking to prepared talking points to avoid giving information related to the cyberattack. [ more ]

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US politics

Georgia's Fulton county hacked, but DA says Trump election case is unaffected

Officials in Georgia's Fulton County reported a cyberattack that interrupted routine operations in the court and other systems.

The cyberattack did not affect the racketeering case against former President Donald Trump, as the election case materials were stored in a separate secure system. [ more ]

Databreaches

Privacy technologies

Fulton court clerks, tax and DMV offices closed to residents due to hack

Fulton County government systems are down following a cyberattack.

County offices and public services are affected, with many offices closed and phones out. [ more ]

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Databreaches

Privacy technologies

Cyberattack at Armentieres hospital, emergency rooms closed for the day

Armentières hospital center in France was targeted in a cyberattack.

The attackers have demanded a ransom from the hospital. [ more ]

Theregister

Privacy professionals

Major IT outage denies happy campers their caravan holidays

The Caravan and Motorhome Club (CAMC) in the UK is experiencing widespread IT outages, possibly due to a cyberattack.

CAMC has alerted the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) about the incident and the ICO is investigating the matter. [ more ]

Databreaches

Privacy technologies

Bucks Co. emergency dispatch system down for days due to cyberattack

Bucks County's computer-aided dispatch system was hit by a cyberattack, causing it to be temporarily out of service.

911 services are still operational as first responders use phone and radio communication during the investigation. [ more ]

Databreaches

Privacy technologies

Quantum Radiology cyber attack: Patients kept in the dark about nature of attack while employees are being harassed by attackers

Quantum Radiology fell victim to a cyberattack, resulting in the encryption of patients' Medicare numbers and other personal information.

An internal email instructed staff to tell patients that there was an 'operational IT issue', rather than disclosing the cyberattack. [ more ]

Theregister

Artificial intelligence

FTC offers cash for best ideas to stymie AI voice cloning

The FTC is offering a $25,000 reward for the best solution to combat AI voice cloning.

Voice cloning poses a threat in cyberattacks, such as spoofing CEOs' voices to instruct financial transactions.

Submissions will be assessed based on feasibility, resilience to technological changes, and consideration of liability and responsibility. [ more ]

Databreaches

Privacy technologies

Major Us Museums Suffer Cyberattack Fallout

Several US arts institutions were unable to display their collections online after a cyberattack targeted a tech service provider called Gallery Systems.

The breach affected museums such as the Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Rubin Museum of Art, Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center, and Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. [ more ]

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Privacy professionals

Museum World Hit by Cyberattack on Widely Used Software

Several prominent museums have been unable to display their collections online since a cyberattack hit a prominent technological service provider that helps hundreds of cultural organizations show their works digitally and manage internal documents.

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US politics

Election officials see a range of threats in 2024, from hostile countries to conspiracy theorists

Election officials face increasing security challenges for the 2024 presidential election.

Concerns include cyberattacks, equipment problems, human errors, false claims of fraud, and threats to election workers. [ more ]

Databreaches

Privacy technologies

Anna Jaques Hospital's computer system compromised by cyberattack

Dave Rogers reports:

Databreaches

Privacy technologies

German hospital system hit by cyberattack

The IT systems of three hospitals in East Westphalia, Germany, have experienced a major failure after a cyberattack.

LockBit 3.0 is suspected to be the responsible threat actor, but no claim has been made as of yet. [ more ]

Cardplayer

Privacy professionals

FBI Cybersecurity Tool Could Help Casino Industry

The Justice Department has released a decryption tool to help combat cyberattacks by the Blackcat ransomware group, which has targeted over 1,000 computer networks worldwide.

The tool has already saved multiple ransomware victims $68 million and has allowed businesses, schools, and emergency services to reopen. [ more ]

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Privacy professionals

Hackers accessed data of 1.3M customers in Fidelity cyberattack

Mortgage subservicer Loancare informed authorities that the data of about 1.3 million customers was compromised following a cyberattack in November on its parent company, the big four title firm Fidelity National Financial (FNF).

#ukraine

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Europe news

Ukraine updates: UK says Ukraine suffered severe cyberattack DW 12/16/2023

Kyivstar users in Ukraine experienced a two-day outage of mobile and internet services due to a massive cyberattack

President Zelenskyy aims to revive foreign support for Ukraine's defense against Russian invasion [ more ]

WIRED

Privacy professionals

Google Just Denied Cops a Key Surveillance Tool

A hacker group with ties to the Russian military has claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on a Ukrainian internet and mobile service provider.

Kytch, a small company that aimed to fix McDonald's ice cream machines, has discovered an email that they claim reveals an alleged plan by McDonald's to undermine their business. [ more ]

Washington Post

Europe news

Cyberattack hits Kyiv as Zelensky pitches U.S. for lifeline in war

Ukrainian President Zelensky seeks crucial aid from the U.S. while facing a cyberattack on mobile and internet providers in Kyiv.

Zelensky emphasizes the importance of U.S. support in Ukraine's fight against Russia's 'global war on freedom.' [ more ]

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Privacy professionals

Nissan is investigating cyberattack and potential data breach

Nissan is investigating a cyberattack that targeted its systems in Australia and New Zealand.

The attack may have allowed hackers to access personal information. [ more ]

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