Berlin refuses million-euro ransom following ransomware attack
The Berlin Senate has been hit by Rhysida ransomware, with attackers potentially seizing sensitive government data.
According to the attackers, the breach involves nearly 6 GB of data, including the personal information of 12,000 individuals, criminal cases, contracts, emergency plans, and login credentials.
The cybercriminals are demanding €2 million and threatening to publish the stolen information, but Berlin refuses to pay the ransom.
The attack likely took place between August 7 and 12; affected departments were subsequently disconnected from the state network.
The attack once again highlights how Ransomware-as-a-Service targets vital government organisations and infrastructure.
Read the berlin.de article for more information.