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Ransomware Attack Disrupts Interboro School District Operations in Pennsylvania

The Interboro School District, headquartered in Glenolden, Pennsylvania, faced a ransomware attack beginning on October 28, 2024, disrupting internet connectivity essential for security systems, communication, and school records. Parents received a notice that evening informing them of ongoing network issues. As a result, all schools in the district serving Norwood,

Ransomware Attack Allegedly Targets New York's Hartwick College, Disrupting Operations and Potentially Exposing Data

Hartwick College in Oneonta, New York, allegedly suffered a ransomware attack on October 27, 2024, reportedly carried out by the Chort ransomware group. The incident caused significant disruption, leading to the cancellation of classes and halting operations for non-essential staff. Students were notified of assignment deadline extensions and the postponement

City of Sheboygan Faces Cyberattack and Ransom Demand

The City of Sheboygan, Wisconsin, has confirmed it was targeted by a cyberattack resulting in unauthorized access to its network and a ransom demand. City officials became aware of network irregularities on November 7, 2024, prompting immediate action to secure the systems, isolate the network, and consult cybersecurity experts. Law

Ransomware Attack Causes Limited Disruptions for Texas-Based Newpark Resources

On October 29, 2024, Newpark Resources, an oilfield equipment supplier headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas, experienced a ransomware attack that disrupted access to certain internal information systems, including financial and operating reporting applications. Despite these challenges, the company maintained its manufacturing and field operations by implementing established downtime procedures. Newpark

Election Day Ransomware Attack Disrupts Wexford County Services in Michigan

On Election Day, November 5, 2024, Wexford County, Michigan, was hit by a ransomware attack that disrupted essential services across several government offices, including the courthouse and the sheriff’s office. The attack took place early in the morning, leading to outages in phone lines, email, and computer systems, although

Ransomware Disrupts Memorial Hospital's Digital Records in Georgia

Memorial Hospital and Manor in Bainbridge, Georgia, has faced significant disruptions due to a ransomware attack discovered on November 2, 2024. The incident was identified when virus protection software detected potential security risks. In response, the hospital initiated an internal investigation and shifted to a manual, paper-based system to continue

Texas Tech Health Network Acknowledges Cyberattack After Weeks-Long IT Outage

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) has confirmed that a cyberattack is responsible for the ongoing IT outages affecting its campuses in Amarillo, El Paso, and Lubbock, Texas. The disruptions, which began in late September 2024, initially led to delays in patient care, student coursework, and administrative functions. Although

Ransomware Attack Hits Colorado's Axis Health System, Disrupting Patient Portal

Axis Health System, a nonprofit healthcare provider in Colorado, experienced a cyberattack claimed by the Rhysida ransomware gang, affecting its patient portal and compromising its systems between July and September 2024. The attackers demanded a $1.5 million ransom for data access. Axis detected irregular activity on August 26, promptly

Cyber Attack Shuts Down Internet Across Nevada County Schools in California

On October 9, 2024, a cyber attack disrupted internet service across the Nevada Joint Union High School District (NJUHSD), affecting schools in Grass Valley, California, and surrounding areas. The breach, traced to an IP address in the United Kingdom, prompted district officials to disable internet access at five high schools,

Ransomware Attack in Michigan Cripples Wayne County Government Services

On October 2, 2024, a ransomware attack struck Wayne County, Michigan, causing widespread disruption across several government departments. The hacker, whose identity remains unknown, demanded a financial ransom in exchange for restoring access to the compromised systems. The cyberattack disabled the county’s online services, including tax payments and jail