A ransomware attack on Gloucester County in Virginia led to the theft of sensitive data from over 3,500 government employees, including Social Security and bank details. The BlackSuit gang claimed responsibility for the breach, which is part of a broader pattern of cyber assaults on U.S. local governments. #BlackSuit #GloucesterCounty
Keypoints
- The ransomware attack occurred on April 22, affecting county systems and data.
- Cybersecurity experts and law enforcement agencies were engaged to respond to the breach.
- Hackers stole personal information including Social Security, driver’s license, and medical data.
- The BlackSuit gang, known for targeting U.S. local governments, claimed responsibility.
- The group has demanded over $500 million in ransom payments since 2022.
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