The U.S. is sanctioning what is says are seven members of a Russian hacker group who have targeted hospitals, companies and the U.S. government.
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"Cyber criminals, particularly those based in Russia, seek to attack critical infrastructure, target U.S. businesses, and exploit the international financial system," Treasury Under Secretary Brian Nelson said in a statement. ' Russian Direct Investment Fund office in 'Capital City' South tower in the Moscow International Business Center, also known as Moscow City, in Moscow, Russia, on Dec. 8, 2021.MORE: CISA issues sweeping federal directive for government cybersecurity
In one known Trickbot attack, the U.S. says, the group deployed ransomware targeting three medical facilities in Minnesota. The attack disrupted computer networks, telephones and ambulance services, according to the Treasury Department.
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