Kfvs12 University Battles LockBit Ransomware in Cybersecurity Crisis
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Zachary Lewis, head of IT and security at the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis, recounts the university's experience facing a significant ransomware attack from the LockBit group. His book, 'Locked Up: Lessons Learned from A Real-World LockBit Ransomware Response,' details the strategies and negotiations involved in protecting sensitive student and employee information during the crisis.
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