Security Affairs

MAY 14, 2024

The Singing River Health System revealed that the ransomware attack that hit the organization in August 2023 impacted 895,204 people. At the end of August 2023, the systems at three hospitals and other medical facilities operated by Singing River Health System (SRHS) were hit by a Rhysida ransomware attack.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 25, 2024

The attack on Change Healthcare, which processes about 50% of US medical claims, was one of the worst ransomware attacks against American healthcare and caused widespread disruption in payments to doctors and health facilities. OCR did this because of the cyberattack’s unprecedented impact on patient care and privacy.

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Security Affairs

MAY 13, 2020

Magellan Health, a for-profit managed health care and insurance firm, was the victim of a ransomware attack. Magellan Health Inc announced it was the victim of a ransomware attack that took place on April 11, 2020, the company also confirmed that hackers have stolen personal information from one of its corporate servers.

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Security Affairs

JULY 5, 2021

US water company WSSC Water is investigating a ransomware attack that affected non-essential business systems in May. WSSC Water is investigating a ransomware attack that took place on May 24 and that targeted a portion of their network that operates non-essential business systems. Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 27, 2022

You’ve likely only seen cybercrime insurance primarily mentioned in relation to attacks on businesses. Most commonly, it’s cited with regard to ransomware attacks in the workplace, or associated data loss. Some folks think the mere presence of insurance simply encourages more attacks , and is hurting more than it’s helping.

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Security Affairs

JULY 11, 2024

The ransomware attack that hit Dallas County in October 2023 has impacted more than 200,000 individuals exposing their personal information. In October 2023 the Play ransomware group hit Dallas County, Texas, and added the city to its Tor leak site claiming the theft of sensitive documents from multiple departments.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 23, 2022

A ransomware attack has led to the leak of personal information of students and staff at the Chicago Public Schools(CPS) and information is out that the incident which took place in December last year was revealed to the public on April 25th this year.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 9, 2021

American media conglomerate Cox Media Group (CMG) was hit by a ransomware attack that took down live TV and radio broadcast streams in June 2021. The American media conglomerate Cox Media Group (CMG) announced it was hit by a ransomware attack that caused the interruption of the live TV and radio broadcast streams in June 2021.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 4, 2023

A week later, forensic experts hired from a 3rd party firm confirmed the incident as a ransomware attack and started an inquiry. In August 2022, Lockbit Ransomware gang claimed to have stolen the info and published sample data on the dark web to prove their claims.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

This drives public awareness of the risks associated with identity theft. As a result, many people rush to protect themselves by subscribing to services that offer credit monitoring, identity theft protection, and fraud alerts. There is little doubt that high-profile breaches like this will persist.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 20, 2025

“We have no evidence that any of the information has been used for identity theft or to commit financial fraud.Nevertheless, out of an abundance of caution, we want to make the impacted individuals aware of the incident.” On September 9, 2024, the Rhysida ransomware group claimed responsibility for the security breach.

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CSO Magazine

JANUARY 24, 2023

CSI), followed by data breaches (23%), ransomware (20%) and a breach at a third party (15%). It was cited by 29% of respondents in a survey by Computer Systems Inc.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Exposed information varied by individual and may include some combination of certain individuals’ names, social Security number, health insurance information, date of birth, and medical information. “In addition, we are offering identity theft protection services through IDX, a data breach and recovery services expert.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Identity theft. Cybercriminals are constantly developing new malware , ransomware , and phishing attacks that can steal identities, encrypt memorable family photos and documents for ransom, and turn home computers into devices that criminals take over to send spam or steal data. Cyber threats. Online profiling.

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Security Affairs

MAY 29, 2023

MCNA Dental is one of the largest US dental care and oral health insurance providers. The security breach exposed the personal information of current or former provider of dental/orthodontic care to members of certain state Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Programs, for which MCNA provides dental benefits and services.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 29, 2024

Infosys McCamish Systems (IMS) revealed that the 2023 data breach following the LockBit ransomware attack impacted 6 million individuals. IMS specializes in providing business process outsourcing (BPO) and information technology (IT) services specifically tailored for the insurance and financial services industries.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 29, 2022

The Lake Charles Memorial Health System (LCMHS) suffered a ransomware attack that impacted 270,000 patients. Health insurance information. The company is offering individuals whose Social Security number may have been compromised with credit monitoring and identity theft protection services. Physical addresses.

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Security Affairs

MAY 13, 2024

They have a range of market insurance products backed by international company, Allianz Group. Firstmac Limited provides impacted customers with IDCare identity theft protection services, it also recommends being vigilant and checking their bank accounts for any suspicious activity.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

What you get with our apps: Android: Scan for viruses and malware, and detect ransomware, android exploits, phishing scams, and even potentially unwanted apps. Using the latest VPN technology, WireGuard® protocol, you can enjoy better online privacy at a quicker speed than traditional VPNs.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 10, 2023

Maternal & Family Health Services (MFHS), a nonprofit healthcare giant based in Pennsylvania, said in an advisory and press release that it has suffered a ransomware attack which led to the potential exposure of sensitive data of patients, employees, and vendors. No ransomware group has stepped forward to claim the attack.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 4, 2023

rail and locomotive company Wabtec Corporation disclosed a data breach after it was hit with Lockbit ransomware attack. In August, the LockBit ransomware group added Wabtec to the list of victims on its Tor leak site and published samples of stolen data as proof of the hack. ” concludes Wabtec. Pierluigi Paganini. The post US.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 14, 2024

Kootenai Health suffered a data breach impacting over 464,000 patients following a 3AM ransomware attack. Kootenai Health disclosed a data breach impacting over 464,088 patients following the leak of their personal information by the ThreeAM (3AM) ransomware gang. 3AM is a brand new ransomware written in Rust.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

This vulnerability is known to be used by the Cl0p ransomware gang. The stolen data may involve certain types of medical information and health insurance for some individuals. We don’t just report on threats – we help safeguard your entire digital identity Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline.

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SC Magazine

JULY 6, 2021

Insurance giant Dominion National reached a $2 million settlement with the 2.9 Dominion is a health plan administrator, as well as an insurer of dental and vision benefits. The insurer falls under the umbrella of Dominion Dental, which is owned by Capital Advantage Insurance Company. Photo by John Moore/Getty Images).

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 11, 2023

TFS offers various financial products, including auto loans, leases, and insurance solutions. On November 17, 2023, the Medusa ransomware gang claimed responsibility for the attack and threatened to leak the purportedly stolen data if the company doesn’t pay the ransom.

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 10, 2021

The top cybersecurity concerns for consumers regarding their personal information are identity theft and stolen credit or debit card information, according to a recent survey conducted by core technology provider CSI. Identity Theft & Credit Report Monitoring. Keep Your OS and Software(s) Updated.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Cyber crooks spreading ransomware first steal data and then lock up the database until a ransom is paid. So, a ransomware attack is suspected behind the SJRMC incident as first the hackers stole data and then wiped it off from the servers because the victim apparently failed to bow down to their demands.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Data breaches reached an all-time high, leaving a trail of identity theft cases. This has left victims scrambling to understand the extent of the damage and how to help protect themselves against the evolving threat of identity theft. Protecting yourself from the damages of data breaches and identity theft is paramount.

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The leaked information included names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, health and insurance information, and medical identification numbers. While Norton never called the incident a ransomware attack, according to databreaches.net the attack was claimed by ALPHV/BlackCat. ALPHV claims to have extracted 4.7

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Malwarebytes

JULY 24, 2023

The Tampa General Hospital (TGH) has promised to reach out to individuals whose information has been stolen by a ransomware group. ” While that is good news from a healthcare perspective, the ransomware operators did obtain something of value. . The Snatch ransomware added itself as a service which ran in safe mode.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 22, 2021

The risk of identity theft is a concept that most of us are probably familiar with given the rise of cybercrime and data breaches. Yet a new report by Identity Theft Resource Center and DIG. Here’s why: failing to take action can leave you vulnerable to additional attacks and a continuing risk of identity crimes.

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Webroot

JANUARY 4, 2023

Webroot Premium with AIP includes anti-virus protection for up to five devices, identity protection for one individual with up to $500,000 in fraud expense reimbursement*, up to $50,000 in stolen funds reimbursement*, and a password manager and secure browser for privacy. To learn more, visit Webroot Premium with Allstate Identity Protection.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 7, 2022

Between high-profile ransomware attacks and mergers, it is a time of high stakes and great change for the industry. The products in question are Heimdal Threat Prevention, Patch & Asset Management, Ransomware Encryption Protection, Antivirus, Privileged Access Management, Application Control, Email Security, and Remote Desktop.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 16, 2023

The incident was noticed on March 14, and a week later PharMerica identified that the personal information accessed included names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, medication lists and health insurance information. Ransomware group Money Message has claimed responsibility for the attack. Prevent intrusions. Prevent intrusions.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 14, 2023

Threat actors can exploit this data to carry out a broad range of fraudulent activities, from phishing attacks to identity theft. HCPF is providing access to credit monitoring services for twenty-four months, through Experian, to impacted individuals along with guidance on how to better protect against identity theft and fraud.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 14, 2023

This information included names, Social Security numbers, phone numbers, medical history, lab results, and insurance history. Many worry about the potential misuse of their sensitive information, including identity theft and medical fraud. In March, a hospital in Barcelona was hit with a ransomware attack. In June, St.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 12, 2023

The Clop ransomware group has stolen stole personal and health information of 489,830 individuals as a result of a ransomware attack on the technology firm Intellihartx. TITx also provided impacted individuals with guidance on how to prevent identity theft and fraud.

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