Rhysida Ransomware

Rhysida ransomware is a malicious software that infiltrates systems, often without the knowledge of the user, with the intention to exploit and damage the system. It can infect systems through suspicious downloads, emails, or websites. Once inside, it can steal personal information, disrupt operations, or even hold data hostage for ransom. The Rhysida ransomware gang has been responsible for multiple attacks on various organizations, and their activities have drawn warnings from both the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). In July, the Rhysida ransomware group attacked the city of Columbus, demanding $1.9 million in Bitcoin. When the city refused to pay the ransom, the group released 6.5 terabytes of data. In early August, they leaked an additional 3.1TB of data on its Tor-based site, claiming it was stolen from Columbus' systems. The stolen data allegedly included sensitive information such as passports and Social Security numbers. The Rhysida ransomware gang has not limited its activities to the United States. They have claimed responsibility for hacking three more US hospitals, the Kuwait Ministry of Finance, and even the British Library. Moreover, they have also claimed to have hacked China Energy, King Edward VII’s Hospital in London, and Abdali Hospital in Jordan. Their actions demonstrate a global reach and a willingness to target a wide range of institutions, posing significant cybersecurity threats worldwide.