HHS Urges Quick ID and Implementation of Solutions to Change Healthcare Ransomware Debacle
Losses experienced by the U.S. healthcare system as a result of the ransomware attack are estimated to be anywhere from $100 million to $1 billion per day.
Losses experienced by the U.S. healthcare system as a result of the ransomware attack are estimated to be anywhere from $100 million to $1 billion per day.
WalletHub’s annual report highlights how each state is protecting elders against abuse, including financial abuse as scammers increasingly target this vulnerable population.
Officials warn of a new criminal trend in which scammers extort victims remotely, convincing their families they’ve been forcibly kidnapped and demanding ransom money.
With research showing cyber threats aren’t improving, campuses must implement solutions to get their networks back up and running quickly.
Starting with these tips below as a framework can help structure your campus’ internet safety plan and flesh it out to meet your institution’s needs.
Today’s attackers recognize that, in the interest of avoiding costly outages, higher education institutions are highly motivated to pay ransomware demands, making them potentially lucrative targets.
At the Healthcare Cybersecurity Forum, AHA’s National Advisor for Cybersecurity and Risk John Riggi shared examples of how cyberattacks threaten patient safety.
Cl0p ransomware gang gained access to its MOVEit server and stole files containing personally identifiable information.
The Biden Administration also announced initiatives to address the problem, including grants and other support from technology providers.
Regardless of an institution’s budgetary constraints, there are tried and true precautions that can be taken to better protect their campus.