A ransomware attack by Rhysida compromised parts of the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office in Oklahoma, with the group demanding a ransom of 9 bitcoin. The incident is part of a broader trend of ransomware affecting US government agencies, with Rhysida claiming multiple attacks involving data theft and system encryption. #Rhysida #ClevelandCountySheriff
Keypoints
- Rhysida claimed responsibility for attacking the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office in Oklahoma.
- The ransomware gang stole sensitive data including Social Security cards and criminal records.
- The group demanded 9 bitcoin (approximately $787,000) in ransom within 7 days.
- Rhysida has conducted similar attacks on government agencies across the US and demands ransoms ranging from hundreds of thousands to millions of dollars.
- The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office confirmed ongoing investigation and assured continued public safety services.