Krebs on Security

AUGUST 14, 2020

The company has more than 19,000 employees and contracts with at least 750 healthcare organizations nationwide. Defray was first spotted in 2017, and its purveyors have a history of specifically targeting companies in the healthcare space. Formerly known as Accretive Health Inc. Chicago-based R1 RCM brought in revenues of $1.18

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

The US Healthcare provider Ardent Health Services disclosed that it was the victim of a ransomware attack last week. Ardent Health Services is a healthcare company that operates hospitals and other medical facilities in the United States. The healthcare provider disclosed that it has suffered a ransomware attack on November 23.

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Security Affairs

JULY 4, 2024

Healthcare firm HealthEquity disclosed a data breach caused by a partner’s compromised account that exposed protected health information. Healthcare fintech firm HealthEquity disclosed a data breach after a partner’s compromised account was used to access its systems. million HSA accounts with $20.5 million accounts.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 11, 2022

Last August, NTT , the Tokyo-based technology giant, unveiled its Health and Wellbeing initiative – an ambitious effort to guide corporate, political and community leaders onto a more enlightened path. Even so, for a variety of reasons, healthcare sectors in the U.S. The healthcare industry’s Big Data disconnect seems entrenched.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 10, 2024

The Change Healthcare ransomware attack has taken a third cruel twist. Change Healthcare is one of the largest healthcare technology companies in the USA, responsible for the flow of payments between payers, providers, and patients. ” The announcement follows a series of events that require some unpacking. .”

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Healthcare system Advocate Aurora Health (AAH) disclosed a data breach that exposed the personal data of 3,000,000 patients. The US-based hospital healthcare system Advocate Aurora Health (AAH) disclosed a data breach that exposed the personal data of 3,000,000 patients. The company is notifying the impacted individuals.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 4, 2024

A recent successful cyberattack on a large technology provider for hospitals and pharmacies in the US has left patients unable to obtain their medication. The post Prevention & Cure: Countermeasures Against Healthcare Cyberattacks appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Nearly a quarter of healthcare organizations hit by ransomware attacks experienced an increase in patient mortality, according to a study from Ponemon Institute and Proofpoint released today. Healthcare Cyberattacks Common – And Costly. The financial costs of healthcare cyberattacks are high, the report noted, costing an average of $4.4

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 30, 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a disruptive force across various industries, and its potential impact on healthcare is nothing short of revolutionary. With advancements in machine learning and data analytics, AI has the ability to transform healthcare delivery, improve patient outcomes, and enhance overall efficiency.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 10, 2024

The Change Healthcare ransomware attack has taken a third cruel twist. Change Healthcare is one of the largest healthcare technology companies in the USA, responsible for the flow of payments between payers, providers, and patients. ” The announcement follows a series of events that require some unpacking. .”

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Healthcare organizations are increasingly relying on digital systems to facilitate their daily workflow, but the prevalence of outdated legacy technology in the sector is rendering it vulnerable to cyberattacks with severe consequences. The post Ransomware in the Global Healthcare Industry appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Schneier on Security

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

This is a significant step forward to realizing Tim’s vision : The technologies we’re releasing today are a component of a much-needed course correction for the web. These first major deployments of the technology will kick off the network effect necessary to ensure the benefits of Solid will be appreciated on a massive scale.

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Krebs on Security

MAY 6, 2020

Fresenius , Europe’s largest private hospital operator and a major provider of dialysis products and services that are in such high demand thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, has been hit in a ransomware cyber attack on its technology systems. In late April, Parkview Medial Center in Pueblo, Colo.

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Krebs on Security

OCTOBER 28, 2020

26, KrebsOnSecurity began following up on a tip from a reliable source that an aggressive Russian cybercriminal gang known for deploying ransomware was preparing to disrupt information technology systems at hundreds of hospitals, clinics and medical care facilities across the United States. hospitals and healthcare providers.”

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 25, 2023

Health-ISAC, a nonprofit, private sector, member-driven organization, has released its annual cyber threat report on current and emerging threat activity in the healthcare industry, in collaboration with Booz Allen Hamilton Cyber Threat Intelligence.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 27, 2024

Sectors like healthcare, education, and government are particularly vulnerable, where a single attack can cripple critical operations, expose sensitive information, and, in the most severe cases, put lives at risk. Here are five key takeaways and related findings from the ThreatLabz 2024 Ransomware Report.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 9, 2024

billing and electronic payment system operated by Change Healthcare, a big division of UnitedHealth Group, is only the latest, but maybe greatest, example. RELATED: Hospitals Seek Federal Help as Change Healthcare Ransomware Attack Disrupts Payments ] The attack has left hundreds, if not thousands, of providers all over the U.S.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

As healthcare organizations throughout the world implement digital transformations to enhance their services, Azure developers are essential to this technological revolution. For several reasons, it is imperative in this case to […] The post Why Hiring Azure Developers is Important for the Healthcare Industry?

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Adam Levin

APRIL 9, 2019

Medical facilities are frequently targeted by hackers, due in part to their reliance on networking technologies and their archives of sensitive personal information. A recent study showed that 1 in 4 healthcare facilities were hit by ransomware in 2018 alone. Click here to see the original report describing the malware findings. .

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SecureWorld News

MAY 14, 2024

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping many industries, and healthcare is no exception. Leading healthcare providers and companies are avidly adopting advanced generative AI tools to drive operational efficiencies and improve patient care. Of course, not everyone is enthusiastic about AI's ascendance in healthcare.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 17, 2024

Healthcare organizations worldwide are facing a surge in cyberattacks. The healthcare industry is grappling with increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks, often exploiting known vulnerabilities that should have been addressed much earlier.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 25, 2023

25, 2023— DataPivot Technologies , a prominent provider of Data Center, Cloud and Data Protection Solutions, understands that healthcare providers today are scrambling to solve complex clinical, operational and patient data backup & recovery challenges. North Andover, Mass.,

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

In episode 353, we discuss the February 2024 ransomware attack on Change Healthcare, resulting in the largest data breach of protected health information in history. In […] The post Fallout from the Change Healthcare Breach, Mortgage Wire Fraud What You Need To Know appeared first on Shared Security Podcast.

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Webroot

APRIL 5, 2024

Ransomware attacks are targeting healthcare organizations more frequently. Why healthcare needs better cybersecurity Healthcare organizations are especially vulnerable to data breaches because of how much data they hold. On average, the cost of a healthcare data breach globally is $10.93

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Krebs on Security

JUNE 18, 2020

An information technology specialist at the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) was arrested this week on suspicion of hacking into the human resource databases of University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) in 2014, stealing personal data on more than 65,000 UPMC employees, and selling the data on the dark web.

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SecureBlitz

JULY 25, 2024

Take a look at the benefits of new tech in healthcare in this post. The rapid advancement of technology offers numerous benefits that enhance patient care, streamline processes, and improve overall outcomes for healthcare companies. New technologies are transforming healthcare delivery and experience.

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NSTIC

JANUARY 11, 2024

Virtual, augmented, and mixed reality technologies (“immersive technologies”) have entered the popular conscience thanks in part to the success of games, but their applications go well beyond new experiences in entertainment. Immersive technologies have the

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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 8, 2022

The first centers on targeting healthcare organizations that offer consultations over the Internet and sending them booby-trapped medical records for the “patient.” healthcare organizations. “ TA505 “), and a newer ransom group known as Venus. Last month, the U.S. “They are targeting a lot of U.S.

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Javvad Malik

JULY 5, 2024

The more I delve into the details of the Synnovis breach, the more I realise that this incident is not an isolated case, but rather a symptom of a larger problem plaguing the healthcare industry. Many healthcare organisations operate on tight budgets, with limited resources to invest in cybersecurity measures.

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The Hacker News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Taiwanese entities in manufacturing, healthcare, and information technology sectors have become the target of a new campaign distributing the SmokeLoader malware.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 4, 2024

Healthcare technology company HealthEC disclosed a data breach that exposed the personal information of 4.5 Healthcare technology company HealthEC (HEC) disclosed a data breach that impacted 4.5 Long Island Select Healthcare, Mid Florida Hematology & Oncology Centers, P.A, million Individuals.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

The healthcare industry’s swift embrace of digital technologies is revolutionizing care delivery, but it also introduces new and potentially harmful cyber threats that could disrupt operations and jeopardize patient safety. The post Key Role of Cyber Security in Healthcare appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 18, 2024

UnitedHealth Group, the Minnesota-based health insurance giant, recently announced its second quarter results, revealing a stark financial impact from the cyberattack on Change Healthcare. The breach's scale and complexity have made it one of the most significant cyber incidents in the healthcare sector in recent years. billion and $2.45

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Krebs on Security

APRIL 20, 2023

3CX says it has more than 600,000 customers and 12 million users in a broad range of industries, including aerospace, healthcare and hospitality. 3CX says it has more than 600,000 customers and 12 million users in a broad range of industries, including aerospace, healthcare and hospitality. Microsoft Corp.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 6, 2022

It’s no surprise that passwordless authentication is at the core of Gartner’s report on emerging technologies and trends for 2022. Authentication systems that leverage machine learning and biometric technology are now ready to replace legacy password-centric technologies. Invisible security.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 18, 2023

18, 2023 – Salvador Technologies , the pioneering cyber-attack recovery platform provider for critical infrastructures and industrial organizations, today announced that it has secured $6m in funding. Rehovot, Israel Dec.

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