Disruptive new wave of ransomware hits critical infrastructure

AXIOS December 1, 2023
Sam Sabin

A wave of ransomware attacks targeting critical infrastructure in recent weeks is a stark reminder that the ransomware problem will continue to get worse before it slows down — despite the U.S. government’s best efforts.

Why it matters: In the meantime, hackers will keep disrupting critical services at schools, hospitals, financial service institutions and more.

Driving the news: Several critical infrastructure organizations are responding to ransomware this week.

• Some hospitals across the U.S. had to divert ambulances from their emergency rooms and cancel elective procedures throughout the week due to a ransomware attack.
• The North Texas Municipal Water District is investigating a suspected ransomware attack this week.
• Ransomware hit Fidelity National Financial, a real estate services company, last week...

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