midas attacks News3D
Incident Date:
February 13, 2022
Overview
Title
midas attacks News3D
Victim
News3D
Attacker
Midas
Location
First Reported
February 13, 2022
Ransomware Attack on News3D: A Cybersecurity Incident in the Education Sector
On March 21, 2024, the Tarrant County Appraisal District (TAD) confirmed a ransomware attack on its website, which was hit by an unknown hacking group demanding a $700,000 ransom. The victim, News3D, operates in the Education sector and has been certified for various actions, including training and experience validation.
News3D is a significant player in the education industry, offering services in creative media and entertainment, game art, and film animation 3D & VFX. The company's website does not provide information on its size or specific vulnerabilities that led to the ransomware attack. However, the incident highlights the need for robust cybersecurity measures in the education sector, where sensitive data and intellectual property are often at risk.
The attack on News3D is part of a broader trend of ransomware attacks targeting various sectors, including healthcare. In the case of Change Healthcare, a health care payment processor, the attack crippled the company's systems, affecting millions of transactions and causing widespread disruption.
Ransomware attacks can have severe consequences, including data loss, system downtime, and financial losses. To mitigate the risks, organizations should implement strong cybersecurity measures, such as regular software updates, employee training, and robust backup systems.
The ransomware attack on News3D underscores the importance of cybersecurity in the education sector. Organizations must remain vigilant and proactive in protecting their systems and data from cyber threats.
Sources
- CBS News: Hackers demand $700K in ransomware attack on Tarrant Appraisal District
- The Independent: Ransomware - latest news, breaking stories and comment
- NBC News: Ransomware attack on U.S. health care payment processor 'most serious incident of its kind leveled against a U.S. health care organization'
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