U.S. State Department's Rewards for Justice program announcements

North Korean Military Member Indicted for Conspiring to Hack U.S. Hospitals; $10 Million Reward Offered

Jul 25, 2024, 04:27 PM

An alleged member of a North Korean military intelligence agency has been indicted in a conspiracy to hack U.S. hospitals. The indictment was reported by the Associated Press and confirmed by multiple sources. The U.S. State Department's Rewards for Justice program is offering up to $10 million for information on Rim Jong Hyok, the North Korean military member involved in the conspiracy. The incident, which was reported from Kansas City, Kan., has raised significant concerns about cybersecurity and the security of critical infrastructure in the United States.