Ransomware Attack Compromises HHS and DOE Data Through File Transfer Software Hack

The Department of Health and Human Services and Department of Energy were impacted by a cyberattack exploiting a vulnerability in widely used file transfer software.
HHS reported that internal systems were not breached but data was accessed, while DOE was asked to pay a ransom.
The Russian hacker group CLoP is believed responsible for the attack that affected hundreds of organizations globally.
The hackers threatened to release victims' data if ransoms are not paid.
U.S. officials are investigating the extent of the compromise and assisting impacted agencies.