In recent news, KBC Zagreb has become the latest victim of a ransomware attack by the hacker group LockBit 3.0. According to X HackManac, this group is notorious for its demand of payment after an attack. KBC Zagreb has been given until July 18 to pay the unspecified amount requested by LockBit 3.0.
The University Hospital Centre Zagreb (KBC Zagreb) was targeted by LockBit 3.0, and a wide range of data was stolen, including medical records, patient examinations, research papers of doctors, data on operations and organ donations, information from the tissue bank, employee data, donation records, business connections with private companies and data on drug stocks.
HackManac, based in Dubai, provides detailed information on recent cyber attacks and frequently exposes the operations of ransomware gangs like LockBit 3.0. They also release regular reports summarizing cyber attacks from the previous week.
LockBit 3.0 is considered one of the most sophisticated and dangerous hacker groups focusing on ransomware attacks. They have adopted a Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) model that makes it easier for malicious actors to carry out ransomware attacks even with limited experience in hacking. What sets LockBit 3.0 apart from other hacker groups is their advanced technical capabilities and adaptability to use both known software vulnerabilities as well as zero-day vulnerabilities to their advantage.
This incident highlights the growing threat posed by cybercriminals who employ ransomware attacks to extort money from organizations and individuals alike. It’s crucial that businesses take proactive measures to safeguard their systems and protect sensitive data from being compromised by such attacks.
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