Oregon’s DEQ Data Drama: Ransomware Group Outsmarts Agency’s “No Breach” Claims
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality denies any data breach, but the Rhysida ransomware group claims otherwise, demanding $2.5 million. Their proof? A blurry screenshot that looks like it was taken with a potato. Meanwhile, email, help desk services, and vehicle inspections are taking a surprise vacation. Stay tuned for more cyber shenanigans!
Hot Take:
When in doubt, blame it on the pixels! The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality might be in deep water, but until they can tell a data breach from a bad screen resolution, the Rhysida ransomware group is going to keep them pixelated and guessing. Maybe they should consider getting reading glasses?
Key Points:
- The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is investigating a cyberattack but initially found no evidence of a breach.
- Rhysida ransomware group claims to have stolen 2.5 terabytes of data, including sensitive employee information.
- DEQ’s environmental data management system remains unaffected according to their reports.
- The hackers are demanding 30 bitcoin (around $2.5 million) as ransom.
- The DEQ’s latest updates neither confirm nor deny the breach, leaving everyone in suspense.
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