Ransomware Impacts
The real cost of ransomware is even bigger than we realised
ZD Net, November 15, 2022
It’s well known that ransomware attacks are one of the most significant cybersecurity challenges facing the world today, and often the financial impact on victims is the most obvious and most discussed consequence. But that’s far from the only cost.
Many Cloud Attacks End in Financial Loss for Healthcare Sector
Health IT Security, November 15, 2022
Numerous cloud attacks are successfully exploiting the healthcare sector for financial gain, according to a newly released 2022 Cloud Security Report by cybersecurity vendor Netwrix.
Man Charged For Involvement in LockBit Ransomware Campaign
Health IT Security, November 15, 2022
Dual Russian and Canadian national Mikhail Vasiliev was charged for his alleged involvement in the global LockBit ransomware campaign, the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced. LockBit has been known to target healthcare in the past.
Lawmakers press Biden officials on cyber reporting, CISA’s future as threats from nations, ransomware evolve
SC Media, November 15, 2022
The future of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, requests for a speedier implementation of new cyber incident reporting regulations, and a potential congressional authorization for the newly established Cyber Safety Review Board were all floated by members of the House Homeland Security Committee as they pressed Biden administration officials Tuesday on their cybersecurity plans for the coming year.
What does healthcare need from government efforts? Not another framework
SC Media, November 14, 2022
The federal government has set its sights on improving healthcare’s cybersecurity posture through collaborative partnerships. However, stakeholders are frustrated, some even angry, that their proposals appear to recycle past work rather than building on the foundation these leaders have spent their careers making.
HHS cybersecurity center warns of new ransomware threat
Healthcare Dive, November 14, 2022
The HHS’ Health Sector Cybersecurity Coordination Center is cautioning the healthcare industry that Venus ransomware operators are targeting remote desktop services to encrypt Windows devices. At least one health organization in the United States has been a victim, according to the cybersecurity center, also known as HC3.
Texas Hospital Says Ransomware Breach Affected 500,000
Bank Info Security, November 11, 2022
A ransomware attack at a Texas hospital that knocked out phone and email systems for weeks is now even worse following OakBend Medical Center’s admission that hackers downloaded data from the medical records of up to 500,000 individuals.
Man charged with taking part in ransomware campaign targeting healthcare
Becker’s Health IT, November 11, 2022
A dual national of Canada and Russia has been charged with being part of a ransomware gang that has targeted the healthcare industry.
The state of ransomware in state and local government
SC Media, November 11, 2022
Ransomware in state and local governments is a significant threat to all branches and departments.
In the very best case scenario: A government office is targeted by a successful ransomware attack. Thanks to an excellent allocation of resources, well-orchestrated protocols and employee adherence to the protocols, effects on services and infrastructure related to the attack are minimal, and little financial damages are incurred.
What is Top of Mind for CISOs Right Now
CSO, November 10, 2022
Every quarter, we interview CISOs and ask them what is top of mind and what trends or challenges they are experiencing in the threat landscape. From this, we create the CISO Insider — an actionable report that explores the top three issues that are most relevant in today’s threat landscape. This quarter, we’re exploring rising ransomware rates, the need for increased automation and better tools to empower security teams to do more with limited resources, and the opportunity for extended detection and response (XDR) to help rapidly address emergent threats.
CommonSpirit Health says majority of EHRs back online after ransomware attack
Becker’s Health IT, November 10, 2022
Chicago-based CommonSpirit Health says the EHRs in most of its markets are back up and running following a ransomware attack that has plagued the health system in recent weeks.
Cybergroups targeting the healthcare sector
Becker’s Hospital Review, November 9, 2022
HHS, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, and the FBI have urged healthcare organizations to take certain actions to protect their systems from hacker groups who have been known to create cyberespionage campaigns aimed at exfiltrating data from hospitals and health systems.
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