Cyberattack Chaos: Kettering Health’s System Meltdown and Scammer Shenanigans
Ohio healthcare network Kettering Health faced a cyberattack, causing a system-wide outage and canceled patient procedures. While emergency rooms stayed open, elective procedures were halted, and scam calls emerged. The Interlock ransomware gang is the suspected culprit, demanding a ransom. Remember, nothing says “healthcare” like a side of cybersecurity chaos!
Hot Take:
Well, it seems like the cybercriminals have decided to play doctor with Kettering Health’s systems. Who knew the latest trend in healthcare was a ransomware makeover? Forget elective procedures; the new buzz is all about elective data breaches. Somebody tell the Interlock gang that impersonating healthcare staff is so last season.
Key Points:
- Kettering Health hit by a cyberattack, affecting patient care systems.
- Elective procedures canceled, but emergency rooms remain open.
- Organization warns of scam calls impersonating staff for payment collection.
- Interlock ransomware gang suspected to be behind the attack.
- Kettering Health operates over 14 medical centers and 120 facilities.
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