Feds warn of North Korean ransomware threat to healthcare organizations

North Korean cyber actors using the Maui ransomware have been targeting the US healthcare sector since at least May 2021, according to an alert from the FBI, CISA, and the Department of the Treasury. The agencies advise healthcare organizations to strengthen their cybersecurity posture, including implementing multifactor authentication and training employees against phishing attempts. The agencies also recommend specific measures such as limiting access to data and securing personal identifiable information. The FBI, CISA, and Treasury warn against paying ransoms and emphasize the need for healthcare organizations to be prepared against attacks from foreign governments.