Senior Cyber Safety Briefing – October 5, 2025
🚨ALERT – Rhysida ransomware attack hits MedStar Health 👉Why it matters – MedStar Health is a major U.S. healthcare provider, and a ransomware hit here could expose patient medical records, billing data, and personal identifiers. This is exactly the kind of breach that jeopardizes both privacy and trust in systems we rely on. 📣Call to Action – If you're or a loved one a MedStar patient, monitor any notices, enroll in offered credit monitoring, and change login info for health portals now. 🧠MUST‑READ – New Android malware campaign targets seniors via Facebook groups 👉Why it matters – Scammers are infiltrating social spaces seniors trust — like groups for hobbies or local events — and persuading users to install malware disguised as “fun apps.” Once installed, it can steal passwords or financial info. 📣Call to Action – Don’t install apps from links shared in social posts, even by friends — use your official app store and check permissions carefully. 📈ECONOMY &...