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Ransomware Attack Forces Lubbock’s UMC Health System to Divert Patients

On September 26, 2024, the University Medical Center (UMC) Health System in Lubbock, Texas, experienced a significant IT outage caused by a ransomware attack. The incident disrupted multiple systems, including phone communications and patient portal access, which necessitated the diversion of both emergency and non-emergency patients to nearby healthcare facilities.

Richardson, Texas Claims Cyber Attack on City Servers Was Contained by Automated Security Systems

On the morning of September 25, 2024, at 6:22 a.m., the city of Richardson, Texas, faced a cyber attack in which an external party gained temporary access to the city's servers and attempted to encrypt data files. Automated security systems responded swiftly, containing the impact to

Cyberattack Disrupts Internet Services at Delaware Libraries, Hackers Demand $1 Million Ransom

Delaware's 35 public libraries suffered a major cyberattack on Friday, September 20, 2024, when hackers from the ransomware group RansomHub seized control of the virtual servers that manage the libraries' public-use computers and internet services. The hackers demanded a $1 million ransom to restore access, but Delaware

Cyberattack Forces MoneyGram Offline

MoneyGram International, a Dallas-based money transfer service, has taken its operations offline due to a cybersecurity issue, affecting both online and in-person payment services for several days. The company, which serves over 50 million people in more than 200 countries and territories, is working with cybersecurity experts and law enforcement

Cyberattack Targets Arkansas City, Kansas Water Treatment Plant

On Sunday, September 22, 2024, Arkansas City, Kansas, experienced a cyberattack targeting its water treatment facility. An employee discovered the attack around 5:30 a.m. when a suspicious message appeared on a computer screen instructing them to contact an email address, indicating a ransomware incident. City officials, including Communications

Town of Ulster in New York Faces Major Cyberattack, Enters Disaster Recovery Mode

On September 11, 2024, the Town of Ulster, New York, experienced a significant cyberattack that compromised its main general server, causing most municipal computer systems to go offline. The breach was detected early by the town’s security software, prompting an immediate shutdown of the servers. Supervisor James E. Quigley

Providence Public School District Confirms Ransomware Attack After Week of Network Disruptions

The Providence Public School District (PPSD) in Rhode Island confirmed on September 18, 2024, that it had been targeted by a ransomware attack, allegedly carried out by the Medusa cybercriminal group. The attack occurred on September 11, initially described by the district as a "technical issue" on September

Possible Cyberattack Disrupts IT Network of Philadelphia's Largest Charter School Network

Mastery Charter Schools, the largest charter network in Philadelphia, experienced a significant "system disruption" on Monday, September 16, 2024, that took down phone systems and limited email access across more than 20 schools. While the network’s officials downplayed the impact, noting that classroom instruction remained largely unaffected,

Highline Public Schools Close Due to Cybersecurity Incident

On Sunday, September 8, 2024, Highline Public Schools in South King County, Washington, announced the closure of all schools for Monday, September 9, after detecting unauthorized activity on their technology systems. This disruption affects over 17,000 students and halts all school-related activities, including athletics and a scheduled vaccine clinic.

Planned Parenthood of Montana Hit by Ransomware Attack, Services Impacted

On August 28, 2024, Planned Parenthood of Montana (PPMT) experienced a major cyberattack, attributed to the ransomware group RansomHub. The attackers claim to have stolen 93GB of sensitive data and are threatening to leak the information unless a ransom is paid. In response, PPMT immediately activated its incident response protocols,