Since 2015, ransomware attacks against healthcare organizations have surged 300%. With its sensitive data, often outdated IT infrastructure, and likelihood to pay ransoms, this industry serves as a prime target for threat actors. To learn more about the vulnerabilities cyber criminals are leveraging, check out our new report detailing the risks, mitigation strategies, and practical solutions to safeguard healthcare systems and patient data. https://lnkd.in/ezwQ2HZS #ThreatIntelligence
This is such an important topic to address. The rise in ransomware attacks on healthcare organizations is concerning. Your report sounds like a valuable resource for understanding and mitigating these risks. What do you see as the biggest challenge in implementing these protective measures?
Ransomware and diamonds are forever. Ransomware is now endemic and live with it, as we struggle to limit it. It is a constant and persistent threat for cyber defenders Ransomware crimes aren't easily solved or vanish after few key arrests, Organised ransomware gangs rebrand and reshuffle to face law enforcement. Business's ' willingness have steadily reduced by mitigation measures Organizations still struggle with basic cyber hygiene to protect themselves.
Really appreciate this article. As mentioned, healthcare data is both rich and sensitive. There are also vulnerabilities as we think about vulnerable populations and their ability to be notified of and redress an attach/scam.
Ransomware attacks in healthcare are seriously alarming—especially when patient care is on the line. It’s so important for organizations to focus on cybersecurity and make sure their teams are prepared. Thanks for sharing this David, it's a huge wake-up call!
Frank Howard
1mo
David Rhew, M.D., the alarming rise in ransomware attacks on healthcare is concerning. Understanding vulnerabilities and strategies to protect sensitive data is crucial for patient safety.
Yuriy Demedyuk
1mo
David, alarming yet crucial insights. How to enhance security?
AI & ML Executive in Healthcare
1moLet's remember why: UnitedHealth Group paid the ransom gang, making every other healthcare org an interesting target. " A $22 million ransom was paid to ensure the data was deleted, but data deletion did not occur. Instead, the ransomware group pulled an exit scam. The affiliate behind the attack was not paid and passed the stolen data to another ransomware group, RansomHub, which demanded another ransom payment. At a House Committee hearing on May 1, 2024, the CEO of Change Healthcare’s parent company, UnitedHealth Group, confirmed that protected health information had been exposed and that the breach could potentially involve the data of up to 1 in 3 Americans"; source https://www.hipaajournal.com/change-healthcare-responding-to-cyberattack/