Record-breaking ransoms and breaches: A timeline of ransomware in 2024 | TechCrunch
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During 2024, ransomware incidents surged, with hackers exploiting vulnerabilities within organizations, resulting in major disruptions and data theft affecting millions of individuals, exacerbating existing security concerns.
The LockBit gang's attack on Fulton County demonstrated the severe implications of ransomware threats, causing widespread operational outages and exposing sensitive governmental data, later hinting at potential ransom payment.
UnitedHealth's breach revealed the staggering impact of ransomware attacks, affecting over 100 million people, underscoring the critical need for enhanced cybersecurity measures within the healthcare sector.
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