North Korean Hackers Continue to Target US Healthcare
Summary
- Lazarus Group is using Medusa ransomware in extortion attacks on U.S. healthcare entities.
- Despite a 2024 U.S. indictment of Rim Jong Hyok, an alleged member of the Lazarus subgroup Stonefly, the group continues its activities.
Why It Matters for Texas Credit Unions
This threat is relevant to Texas credit unions as they operate within the same industry and face similar cybersecurity risks.
Original Source Material
Report: Lazarus Group Pivoting to Medusa Ransomware for Extortion Attacks North Korean-state backed Lazarus Group hackers are using Medusa ransomware in extortion attacks on U.S. healthcare entities despite a 2024 U.S. indictment of Rim Jong Hyok, an alleged member of the Lazarus subgroup Stonefly, according to a new threat intelligence report.