Ransomware attacks reached a record high in September, with a 153% year-over-year increase, according to the NCC Group. It documented 514 attacks during the month, compared to 502 in July, and a 76% rise in double-extortion attacks. Top attacker was LockBit 3.0, followed by LostTrust, BlackCat and newcomer RansomedVC. Notably absent was the Cl0p gang, previously responsible for numerous attacks. Half of the attacks targeted North American firms, with 30% aimed at Europe and 9% at Asia.
$14M more for EMR implementation in Victoria and more briefs
Victoria’s government is investing A$21.4 million to replace paper-based medical records with electronic systems in four health services, including The Royal Eye and Ear Hospital
