#HealthTechSecurity

Uncle Sam urges action after Black Basta ransomware infects Ascension

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May 13, 2024 at 02:37PM Several US security agencies have issued advisories on the Black Basta ransomware gang, responsible for a recent attack on US healthcare provider Ascension. The group has targeted organizations across critical infrastructure sectors, including healthcare. Affected organizations are urged to apply recommended mitigations and report incidents to law enforcement. Ascension is … Read more

The Imperative for Robust Security Design in the Health Industry

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February 1, 2024 at 01:04PM Healthcare companies face both immense opportunity and unprecedented risk in the digital era. While digitalization has improved healthcare delivery, escalating cyberattacks have exposed vulnerabilities. Cyber breaches compromise patient trust, incur financial losses, and pose risks to individual medical information. Offering identity monitoring services is insufficient, necessitating a proactive approach to … Read more