A ransomware attack causes shut down at NRC Health to prevent malware from spreading
Exploit: Ransomware
NRC Health: Management service provider.
Risk to Small Business: 2.333 = Severe A ransomware attack has encrypted critical IT infrastructure and forced the company to shut down its remaining systems to prevent the malware from spreading. The company expects to restore its operations from backups, but the ransomware attack is significantly prohibiting productivity until this can be accomplished. Currently, no personal or company data was compromised, but clients are expressing concerns to the media about the possibility of a future breach because of this incident. Collectively, NRC Health is experiencing a drop in productivity, a damaged brand reputation, and, because of the nature of their business, regulatory
Individual Risk: I At this time, no personal information was compromised in the breach.
Customers Impacted: Unknown
How it Could Affect Your Customers’ Business: In 2020, companies are well aware of the risk posed by third-party partnerships, as these helpful affiliates are often a gateway to serious data breaches. In this case, NRC Health’s clients are openly expressing concern about the company, which could disrupt their work now while also diminishing opportunities in the future.
Risk Levels:
1 - 1.5 = Extreme Risk
1.51 - 2.49 = Severe Risk
2.5 - 3 = Moderate Risk
*The risk score is calculated using a formula that considers a wide range of factors related to the assessed breach.
