Ransomware continues to target the healthcare sector, particularly because of its role as the front-line defense against the disease. Attackers are using concerns over COVID-19 to distribute ransomware and malware, including for smartphones. Cybersecurity experts have promised a literal day of reckoning for any criminals that attempt to turn the pandemic to their advantage by targeting healthcare organizations. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services saw increased scanning of its network and potentially a distributed denial-of-service attack last weekend.”]
Source: https://www.databreachtoday.com/fighting-coronavirus-themed-ransomware-malware-a-13966