Port of Seattle Ransomware Fiasco: 90,000 at Risk in Data Breach Comedy of Errors
The Port of Seattle faced a data breach impacting 90,000 individuals after a ransomware attack by Rhysida. Despite the cybercriminals’ threat to leak stolen data, the Port refused to pay the ransom. The attack disrupted services but did not affect major travel operations. The Port is now notifying those affected by the breach.
Hot Take:
Seattle, home of artisanal coffee and grunge music, now has a new claim to fame: being the latest stop on the ransomware world tour. Rhysida has made its cyber encore by targeting the Port of Seattle, leaving a trail of chaos, delayed flights, and 90,000 individuals wondering if their data is now being traded for Bitcoin in the dark web’s version of a swap meet. But fear not! The Port of Seattle has taken the high road, refusing to pay the ransom and instead opting for a good old-fashioned investigation. After all, who needs peace of mind when you can have a complex and time-consuming data assessment?
Key Points:
- Port of Seattle experienced a data breach affecting 90,000 individuals.
- The Rhysida ransomware group was behind the attack.
- Services disrupted included reservation check-in systems and passenger display boards.
- The Port refused to pay the ransom, risking data exposure on the dark web.
- Notification letters were sent to those affected, primarily in Washington state.