FBI issues alert about Hive ransomware

The FBI has issued a warning about the newly observed Hive ransomware, which was linked to the recent attack on Memorial Health System. Hive employs various tactics and techniques, including data exfiltration and encryption, and adds extortion by threatening to leak data on HiveLeaks. The FBI advises against paying the ransom and encourages reporting incidents to aid in holding attackers accountable. Ransomware incidents have been increasing, leading federal agencies to prioritize ransomware investigations.