According to sources, Lehigh Valley Health Network (a Medical organization in Pennsylvania) was hit with a cyber attack. It was first reported on 2023-02-20.

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Source 1  |  2023-02-20

Ransomware group with Russian ties targeted physician's office in northeast Pa.

“Lehigh Valley Health Network has confirmed a cybersecurity attack on a physician's office in Lackawanna County early this month. “

“According to a statement released by the healthcare network, LVHN was targeted by a ransomware gang known as BlackCat, which has been associated with Russia. Initial analysis from LVHN showed the network supporting one practice located in Lackawanna County was targeted, though the attack has not disrupted operations. “

“On Feb. 6, LVHN detected unauthorized activity within their IT system. A technology team identifed the unauthorized activity, leading to an investigation. Leading cybersecurity firms and experts were engaged in the process, and law enforcement was notified. “

“Although the investigation is ongoing, at present, initial analysis shows the incident involved a computer system used for clinically appropriate patient images for radiation oncology treatment and other sensitive information. BlackCat demanded a ransom payment, though LVHN refused to pay. The healthcare network indicated BlackCat has targeted other organizations in the academic and healthcare sectors as well. “

Source 2  |  2023-03-08

Lehigh Valley Health Network: Patient photos, info from ransomware attack released online

“Lehigh Valley Health Network has confirmed a Russian ransomware gang has released patient photographs and information on the dark web.“

“In a statement issued by the health network, LVHN stated BlackCat, the Russian ransomware group which attacked a Lackawanna County practice on Feb. 6, has posted limited patient information on the dark web.“

“LVHN noted the stolen information includes photographs of cancer patients receiving radiations oncology treatment at Lehigh Valley Physician Group's Delta Medix practice in Scranton, along with seven documents containing patient information. “

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