The U.S. Health and Human Services Department experienced a cyberattack on its IT infrastructure on Sunday, which officials believe was an attempt to hinder the department’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Though the attack did not cause significant damage or data breaches, it is suspected that foreign actors may be spreading misinformation about the outbreak. The incident highlights HHS’s past issues with cybersecurity preparedness and its recommendations for private-sector healthcare organizations.
FBI Deletes PlugX Malware from 4,250 Hacked Computers in Multi-Month Operation
The FBI has deleted PlugX malware from more than 4,250 infected computers as part of a US Department of Justice-approved multi-month operation. PlugX, controlled by
