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Weekly

Ransomware Roundup

December 9th - 13th, 2024

Artivion, Leading US Heart Surgery Device Maker, Crippled by Ransomware Attack

Artivion suffered a significant ransomware attack on November 21, 2024, leading to file encryption and data exfiltration. The incident disrupted operations, affecting order processing and shipping across its facilities. The company reported the attack in an SEC filing, indicating a serious breach but withheld the specific ransomware name. Financial implications are expected to exceed insurance coverage. Read more

Krispy Kreme Cyberattack Disrupts Online Orders, Impacts US Operations

Krispy Kreme announced a cyberattack on November 29, 2024, affecting its online ordering system and causing operational disruptions. The unauthorized activity interrupted order processing, which constitutes 15.5% of sales. The company engaged cybersecurity experts to address the breach and advised customers to remain vigilant against phishing attempts. Investigations are ongoing, and the full impact on revenue is still being assessed. Read more

Equifax Data Breach Settlement Update Payments, Eligibility, and Identity Theft Recovery

The Equifax data breach settlement offers over $425 million in compensation and identity theft recovery services for the 147 million individuals affected. While claims had to be submitted by January 2023, additional payments are set for December 2024. Identity theft recovery services will be available until January 2029, and compensation will be distributed via prepaid cards. Read more

Children’s Hospital Colorado Hit with $500,000 Fine for HIPAA Violation Following Data Breach

Canadian users of Yahoo and Rogers affected by data breaches from 2013 to 2016 can file claims for a share of a $20 million settlement. Eligibility extends to those who had a Yahoo account during this period. Claimants may receive up to $375 for standard accounts and up to $25,000 for premium accounts, depending on documented losses. Claims must be filed by December 27, 2024. Read more

Zero Trust Enterprise Security for Ransomware Protection

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Anna Jaques Hospital Ransomware Attack Exposes Data of 300K Patients

Anna Jaques Hospital reported a ransomware attack that compromised data for over 316,000 patients, including sensitive medical records. The hospital opted not to pay the ransom and is conducting a thorough investigation. Read more

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Weekly

Ransomware Roundup

December 2nd - 6th, 2024

Deloitte Hacked: Over 1TB Stolen in Cyberattack

Deloitte UK is facing a significant breach involving the Brain Cipher ransomware gang, which claims to have stolen over 1TB of data. This incident follows a previous breach where internal communications were leaked. The gang has issued a warning, threatening to release the data unless a ransom is paid, highlighting potential security failures at Deloitte. Read more

Alder Hey Cyberattack: Two More Hospitals Fall Victim

A cyberattack has severely affected Alder Hey Children’s Hospital and two other NHS trusts, leading to the shutdown of IT systems. This disruption has forced hospitals to revert to manual operations, delaying patient treatments and complicating access to electronic health records. The attack is suspected to involve ransomware, and investigations are underway to determine the source and assess any data breaches. Read more

Costa Rica Ransomware Attack Cripples State Energy Company RECOPE

RECOPE, Costa Rica’s state energy provider, was hit by a ransomware attack that disrupted its operations and forced a manual processing system for fuel sales. Discovered on November 25, the attack affected payment systems but did not impact fuel supplies. U.S. cybersecurity experts have been called in to assist in recovery efforts. Read more

Yahoo Data Breach Settlement: $20 Million Class Action – Are You Eligible?

Canadian users of Yahoo and Rogers affected by data breaches from 2013 to 2016 can file claims for a share of a $20 million settlement. Eligibility extends to those who had a Yahoo account during this period. Claimants may receive up to $375 for standard accounts and up to $25,000 for premium accounts, depending on documented losses. Claims must be filed by December 27, 2024. Read more

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ENGlobal Cyberattack: Major Energy Contractor Hit by Ransomware

ENGlobal Corporation experienced a ransomware attack that encrypted data and limited access to IT systems. Discovered on November 25, the breach prompted the company to restrict employee access to essential services. The full impact on operations and finances is still unclear, and an internal investigation is underway to assess the breach's extent and the attackers’ methods. Read more

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