TBD | Why Hospitals Keep Getting Hacked
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Ransomware Threats to Hospitals and Healthcare Systems
This chapter explores the increasing threat of ransomware attacks on hospitals by the group BlackBasta, emphasizing the issue of 'double extortion' where attackers demand payment for system restoration and data protection. It discusses the challenges hospitals face in updating software and maintaining cybersecurity amidst continuous operations, while also highlighting the lack of cohesive cybersecurity laws for healthcare providers. The chapter underscores the harmful consequences of cyber attacks on patient care and calls for proactive measures to address cybersecurity threats in healthcare.
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