A Russian ransomware group known as BlackCat or ALPHV has demanded ransoms of up to $1.5 million, with affiliates keeping 80-90% of the amount. The group claimed responsibility for an attack on EHR vendor NextGen, but NextGen has stated that no client or patient data was obtained. BlackCat is known for its triple extortion tactics and is believed to be operated by experienced cybercriminals. Ransomware attacks have doubled in recent years, causing significant disruptions in healthcare.
Lehigh Valley Health Network Agrees to Pay $65 Million Class Action Settlement to Patients after Ransomware Attack
Health network Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) agreed to pay a $65 million settlement related to a ransomware attack that breached the personal data of
