lockbit2 attacks clinique.cob-os...
Incident Date:
April 9, 2022
Overview
Title
lockbit2 attacks clinique.cob-os...
Victim
clinique.cob-os...
Attacker
Lockbit2
Location
First Reported
April 9, 2022
Ransomware Attack on COB - Collège Ostéopathique de Bordeaux
About the Victim
COB, the Collège Ostéopathique de Bordeaux, is a distinguished private higher education institution in France, recognized by the French Ministry of Health and affiliated with the Fédération Nationale de l'Enseignement Supérieur en Ostéopathie. Offering a comprehensive 5-year diploma in Osteopathy (D.O), COB combines theoretical knowledge with practical experience, including 1,500 hours of clinical practice. Located in Mérignac, a suburb of Bordeaux, COB prides itself on its professional training programs, facilitated by a team of skilled osteopaths and professionals.
Size and Industry Standing
As a key institution in the healthcare services sector, COB plays a vital role in the training and development of future osteopaths. The institution's mission is centered on producing qualified, competent, and responsible professionals in the field of osteopathy.
Vulnerabilities
The ransomware attack on COB highlights potential vulnerabilities within virtualized environments, indicating that the attackers may have exploited weaknesses in the institution's virtual machines. The specific details of these vulnerabilities have not been disclosed.
Impact of the Attack
The cyberattack has significantly disrupted healthcare services at COB, rendering patient information inaccessible and forcing the institution to manage urgent cases manually. This disruption has led to the cancellation of 150 non-urgent operations and 3,000 appointments, underscoring the severe impact of the attack on the institution's operations.
Sources
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