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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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

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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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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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.

Computers and Electronics 89

Computers and Electronics Ransomware Data breaches Identity Theft 89

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

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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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

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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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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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.

Financial Services 112

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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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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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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

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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Identity Theft Data breaches Ransomware Education 85

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

” The company is not aware of any abuses of the exposed personal information, however, recommends users remain vigilant for fraud and identity theft. The Cl0p ransomware gang exploited the zero-day vulnerability CVE-2023-34362 to hack the platforms used by organizations worldwide and steal their data. million Genworth 2.5

Data breaches 109

Data breaches Hacking Retail Identity Theft 109

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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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

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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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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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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Data breaches Insurance Identity Theft Healthcare 125

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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SC Magazine

JUNE 22, 2021

Two class action lawsuits were filed against Scripps Health following a ransomware attack and data exfiltration in May, which impacted the protected health information of 150,000 patients. However, open communication is not required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Scripps Health).

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 30, 2021

It is not very often that a ransomware attack can actually cause physical harm to a person. Now, we are seeing it again with a ransomware attack that targeted Scripps Health. Scripps Health patients affected by ransomware. Scripps Health patients affected by ransomware.

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Cytelligence

JANUARY 27, 2020

Ransomware is becoming an epidemic in the cybersecurity world, with new strains being created continuously by criminals to extort money out of unsuspecting users. What is Ransomware? Ransomware is a devastating attack on an organization’s or individual’s digital assets. Damages from ransomware in 2019 rose to over $11.5

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

The attackers also gained access to medical information and health insurance information of some individuals. ” The State of Maine is offering two years of complimentary credit monitoring and identity theft protection services to those individuals who had their Social Security numbers or taxpayer identification numbers exposed. .

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Data breaches Insurance Identity Theft Education 109

SecureWorld News

JUNE 30, 2021

It is not very often that a ransomware attack can actually cause physical harm to a person. Now, we are seeing it again with a ransomware attack that targeted Scripps Health. Scripps Health patients affected by ransomware. Scripps Health patients affected by ransomware.

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Ransomware Data breaches Healthcare Identity Theft 53

Security Affairs

MAY 15, 2023

.” The company believes that the compromised information has not been misused for fraudulent activities or identity theft. The security breach occurred between March 12 and March 13, threat actors had access to person’s name, address, date of birth, Social Security number, medications and health insurance information.

Data breaches 85

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Identity Theft. Physical Manipulation, Damage, Theft and Loss. Ransomware. During the reporting period, Emotet evolved into a botnet, increased its activity, and initiated new localized spam campaigns with spear-phishing functionality to install ransomware or steal information.". Trends in ransomware attacks.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 28, 2023

million people's personal data may be at risk, after the company suffered a ransomware attack earlier in the year. At this point in time, there’s no additional information with regard to the specific ransomware used or whether additional extortion tactics were deployed. How to avoid ransomware Block common forms of entry.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 10, 2023

“Attackers will rely less and less on CVEs, instead using identity theft, passwords, and misconfigurations to enter and move within networks. Ransomware groups are here to stay, and AD is a huge attack vector they are exploiting in order to move laterally. Zur Ulianitzky, VP Research. “In

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 31, 2023

In 2022, the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) was hit by a ransomware attack that affected its IT systems. And in 2021, the University of Texas at Austin was hit by a phishing attack that led to the theft of personal information from students and faculty.

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IT Security Guru

MAY 24, 2023

By doing this, you are reducing the chance of identity theft, data breaches, ransomware, and many other types of cyber threats. As your company relies so heavily on computers and technology, it is crucial you avoid data breaches and ransomware, as this could cost your organisation a lot of money.

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Adam Levin

MARCH 16, 2020

Consider that the average cost for a ransomware attack against a business is about $4,400, and your run of the mill phishing incident weighs in at a much less hefty $500. Taking into account unknowables, we’re talking about a ballpark cost of roughly $75,000 per BEC-related complaint. billion in BEC scam-related losses the year before.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

Encrypted threats spiked 167%, ransomware increased 105%, and 5.4 Cisco Umbrella , analyzing the threat environment for 2022, found that 86% of organizations experienced phishing, 69% experienced unsolicited crypto mining, 50% were affected by ransomware, and 48% experienced some form of information-stealing malware. Ransomware.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 20, 2023

ICICI Bank’s response Threat to financial accounts Finance and insurance are one of the most targeted industries by cybercriminals. Screenshot of leaked filled-in KYC form According to researchers, threat actors could use leaked data to commit identity theft and fraud.

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