Qilin’s Relentless Ransom: Healthcare Under Siege by Cyber Scoundrels
Qilin, the “no regrets” ransomware gang, is targeting healthcare with brazen attacks on a Japanese cancer clinic and a US women’s care facility. With a knack for chaos and no moral compass in sight, they’re proving that even in cybercrime, there’s always room for infamy.
Hot Take:
Qilin is like that annoying cousin who crashes family parties, steals your Wi-Fi, and eats all the cake – except this cousin targets healthcare facilities, locks systems, and leaks sensitive patient data. Oh, and they have no regrets, which makes them the worst kind of party crasher. The healthcare industry would prefer Qilin take their ransomware antics elsewhere, but alas, they’re persistent as a bad cold.
Key Points:
- Qilin ransomware gang targets healthcare organizations, including Japan’s Utsunomiya Central Clinic and the US’s Rockhill Women’s Care.
- The gang has stolen significant amounts of sensitive patient data, including medical histories and personal information.
- Qilin previously attacked NHS facilities, causing widespread disruption to healthcare services in the UK.
- Despite the severity of their attacks, Qilin expresses no regrets, maintaining a “no remorse” policy.
- Law enforcement agencies are aware and planning disruption efforts against Qilin’s operations.
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