Major ransomware attacks in January targeted healthcare entities, including the New York Blood Center (NYBC) and Maryland’s Frederick Health. As a result, some appointments were rescheduled and services were delayed. Simultaneously, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center reported a data breach affecting over half a million individuals. However, blockchain analysis firm Chainalysis noted a 35% decrease in ransom payments in 2024, attributing it to law enforcement action and victims’ increasing refusal to pay.
Federal authorities probing ongoing cyber incident at city of Abilene – Abilene Reporter-News
Federal authorities are investigating a cyber incident affecting the city of Abilene. The nature and extent of the breach are not yet disclosed, but local
