Becker's Healthcare February 9, 2024
The Health Sector Cybersecurity Coordination Center is warning about a ransomware gang, Akira, that is posing a new threat to the healthcare industry.
Akira, which emerged in May 2023, has claimed 81 victims and operates as a ransomware-as-a-service group, according to a Feb. 7 news release from the HC3. Research suggests the group has ties to the now-defunct Conti ransomware group, which was also known for targeting the healthcare industry.
Akira primarily relies on ransomware operations and is known for collaborating...
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