517,000 Victims: How a Ransomware Gang Targeted Pennsylvania’s Largest Educators’ Union

Over 517,000 individuals are now at risk after the Pennsylvania State Education Association (PSEA) suffered a massive data breach in July 2024—claimed by the Rhysida ransomware gang. Personal, financial, and health data, including Social Security numbers and payment details, were stolen, putting educators and union members at serious risk.In this episode, we break down: 🔹 How Rhysida ransomware infiltrated PSEA’s systems and their 20 BTC ransom demand 🔹 The type of stolen data and what it means for affected individuals 🔹 Why notification delays raise concerns about breach response practices 🔹 Rhysida’s attack history, including breaches of the British Library, Sony’s Insomniac Games, and major hospitals 🔹 What victims can do to protect themselves from identity theft and fraudThis breach isn’t just another cyberattack—it’s a wake-up call for unions, nonprofits, and education institutions to bolster their security against ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operations like Rhysida. Tune in to understand the full impact and what comes next.