Alder Hey Cyberattack, Deloitte Hacked, Yahoo Breach Settlement, and 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

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. The firm has not confirmed the breach. 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

Zero Trust Enterprise Security for Ransomware Protection

Implementing a Zero Trust security framework is crucial for protecting enterprises against ransomware attacks. This approach mandates strict identity verification for every user and device attempting to access network resources, minimizing vulnerabilities. By continuously validating trust at every stage, organizations can better safeguard sensitive data and infrastructure. Read more

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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