Ransomware Attack on University of Hawaii Cancer Center
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The University of Hawaii Cancer Center suffered a ransomware attack on August 31, 2025, compromising a single research project. The breach resulted in the theft of historical data, including Social Security numbers from the 1990s. The university engaged with the threat actors to secure a decryptor and ensure the destruction of stolen data. The attack did not impact clinical operations or patient care but delayed restoration efforts. The university has since taken measures to secure its systems, including installing endpoint protection software and conducting third-party security audits.
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12.01.2026 20:48 1 articles · 23h ago
Ransomware Attack on University of Hawaii Cancer Center
On August 31, 2025, the University of Hawaii Cancer Center suffered a ransomware attack that compromised a single research project. The breach resulted in the theft of historical data, including Social Security numbers from the 1990s. The university engaged with the threat actors to secure a decryptor and ensure the destruction of stolen data. The attack did not impact clinical operations or patient care but delayed restoration efforts. The university has since taken measures to secure its systems, including installing endpoint protection software and conducting third-party security audits.
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- University of Hawaii Cancer Center hit by ransomware attack — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 12.01.2026 20:48
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The ransomware attack occurred on August 31, 2025, affecting a single research project at the University of Hawaii Cancer Center.
First reported: 12.01.2026 20:481 source, 1 articleShow sources
- University of Hawaii Cancer Center hit by ransomware attack — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 12.01.2026 20:48
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The breach resulted in the theft of historical data, including Social Security numbers from the 1990s.
First reported: 12.01.2026 20:481 source, 1 articleShow sources
- University of Hawaii Cancer Center hit by ransomware attack — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 12.01.2026 20:48
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The university engaged with the threat actors to obtain a decryptor and ensure the destruction of stolen data.
First reported: 12.01.2026 20:481 source, 1 articleShow sources
- University of Hawaii Cancer Center hit by ransomware attack — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 12.01.2026 20:48
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The attack did not impact clinical operations or patient care but delayed restoration efforts.
First reported: 12.01.2026 20:481 source, 1 articleShow sources
- University of Hawaii Cancer Center hit by ransomware attack — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 12.01.2026 20:48
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The university has taken measures to secure its systems, including installing endpoint protection software and conducting third-party security audits.
First reported: 12.01.2026 20:481 source, 1 articleShow sources
- University of Hawaii Cancer Center hit by ransomware attack — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 12.01.2026 20:48