Canadian Psychological Association hit by Medusa Ransomware Gang

Actor: medusa Victim : Canadian Psychological Association Date : 2023-11-05 20:35 UTC +3
The medusa Ransomware group has added Canadian Psychological Association to its victims. 1

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