The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has fined Elgon Information Systems $80,000 following a ransomware attack in 2023 that saw over 31,000 people’s data accessed. Elgon, which failed to conduct thorough risk assessments, has also been tasked to implement a plan to remediate HIPAA violations. The action aligns with the HHS’s drive to enforce cybersecurity rules as ransomware threats escalate.
Ukraine Faces Surge in Cyber Attacks, 4,315 Incidents in 2024
In 2024, Ukraine saw a 69.8% increase in cyber incidents, with 4,315 attacks compared to 2,541 the previous year, mainly targeting local authorities, government organizations
