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London Hospitals Crippled by $50 Million Ransomware Attack: No Regrets, Says Qilin Gang
Ransomware gang Qilin has claimed responsibility for the attack on London hospitals, stating it was politically motivated and deliberate. Despite expressing sympathy for the affected residents, Qilin remains unapologetic. The group demanded a $50 million ransom but cut off negotiations. Experts question the political motive,…
Hot Take:
When your hospital bed becomes a battlefield, it seems like the Hippocratic Oath is the least of Qilin’s concerns. Who knew ransomware gangs would moonlight as political commentators?
Key Points:
- Qilin ransomware gang claims their attack on London hospitals was deliberate and politically motivated.
- Experts question the political motive, suggesting financial gain is more likely.
- The attack has led to the cancellation of over 1,500 medical procedures.
- Qilin demanded a $50 million ransom but ceased negotiations after Synnovis allegedly stalled.
- Qilin claims to have exploited a zero-day vulnerability to execute the attack.
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