Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You
This alert may not be shared outside your organization, Do Not Repost or send, place on other websites, List servers, or send to others via email, including other associations or parties. Members and Law enforcement use only. Contact us for any permissions. To do otherwise will result in the loss of membership.
Complete Story
07/30/2023
University of Hawaii makes payout to cyber criminals
KHON 2
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The University of Hawaii negotiated with cyber criminals for the first time to resolve a ransomware attack on Hawaii Community College.
College officials said they made the difficult decision to prevent sensitive information of tens of thousands from being dumped on the internet.
A spokesman for UH said the data of about 28,000 current and former employees and students was compromised in June, 2023. The criminal entity — which UH said had a confirmed history of posting stolen information when an agreement was not reached — put officials on notice.
Alerts
The FRPA alert system distinguishes us from other groups by gathering and providing information to law enforcement, retailers AND financial institutions.
more information
Resources
Your electronic library to help in fighting financial fraud for all of our partners.
more information