RUMC Ransomware Rampage: 674k Victims and a Year of Free Credit Monitoring
Richmond University Medical Center data breach impacted 674,033 individuals. Despite a ransomware attack causing disruptions, the hospital maintained full patient services. Sensitive data like Social Security numbers, medical info, and even user credentials were exposed. As a consolation prize, free credit monitoring for a year is on the house for those with compromised Social Security numbers.
Hot Take:
When ransomware meets healthcare, it’s a match made in cybersecurity hell. Richmond University Medical Center couldn’t dodge the digital bullet, leaving 674,033 individuals to deal with the data breach fallout. Meanwhile, the hackers are probably somewhere sipping piña coladas, laughing at our feeble attempts at digital security.
Key Points:
- Richmond University Medical Center was hit by a ransomware attack in May 2023.
- The attack affected 674,033 individuals, compromising sensitive personal and health information.
- Despite the breach, RUMC maintained full patient services, with minimal disruptions.
- The hospital has not disclosed which ransomware group was responsible.
- Impacted individuals are offered 12 months of free credit monitoring.
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