Security
One Dead, Four Injured After Hostage Situation at UPMC Memorial Hospital
The alleged suspect was killed in a shootout with police.
2/26/2025
The Double-Edged Sword of AI in Healthcare Cybersecurity
The use of AI could be beneficial, but some may misuse the technology.
2/21/2025
Third-Party Vendors and Networks Pose Risks for Healthcare Cybersecurity
Collaboration and intelligence sharing are crucial actions to take to defend against cyberattacks, including ones linked to third parties.
2/20/2025
Two Emergency Department Staff Attacked at Provident Hospital of Cook County
The suspect approached one staff member, stabbed him in the chest with a sharp object, and injured another staff member.
2/19/2025
3 Critical Cyber Threats to Healthcare Facilities in 2025
With cyber threats continuing to evolve rapidly, healthcare facility managers must be aware of what can impact their operations.
2/13/2025
University Diagnostic Medical Imaging Falls Victim to Data Breach
The data breach occurred on November 26, 2024.
2/13/2025
Frederick Health Grappling with Ransomware Attack on IT Systems
Despite the attack, most facilities remained open.
2/12/2025
Report Sheds Light on Cyberattack and Data Breach Trends from 2024
Despite a slight decrease in data breaches from 2023, the volume of exposed data and records surged.
2/6/2025
Over 1 Million Individuals Affected in Community Health Center Data Breach
No evidence of data misuse has been found so far.
2/5/2025
Healthcare is a Major Ransomware Target
Healthcare is the third-most-targeted sector, according to the report.
1/29/2025
Allegheny Health Network Struck by Third-Party Vendor Data Breach
The organization is not aware of any actual or attempted identity theft or fraud as a result of this incident.
1/28/2025
84 Percent of Healthcare Organizations Detected a Cyberattack in Past Year
Healthcare facilities remain a target among cyber criminals.
1/24/2025
North Los Angeles County Regional Center Targeted by Ransomware
There is currently no evidence of identity theft or fraud in relation to this incident.
1/23/2025
BayMark Health Services Experiences Data Security Incident
The incident occurred in October 2024.
1/16/2025
Dobie Road Falls Victim to Data Breach
They have not received any reports of misuse, identity theft or fraud related to the incident.
1/16/2025
HHS Proposes Changes to HIPAA Security Rule to Enhance Cybersecurity
The proposed changes would enhance cybersecurity protections for electronic protected health information.
1/10/2025
Dignity Health Lassen Medical Clinics Struck by Data Breach
Some information in the Lassen Clinics' records may have been accessed or acquired by an unauthorized third party.
1/9/2025
PIH Health Facing Lawsuit Over December 2024 Ransomware Attack
The lawsuit alleges negligence, invasion of privacy and other complaints stemming from the ransomware attack.
1/8/2025
Layered Security on the Rise in Facilities
More than three-quarters of survey respondents say digital and physical security integration is critical.
12/30/2024
UT Southwestern Experiences Data Breach Through Calendar Tool
The incident occurred in October.
12/26/2024
Protecting Patient Data: Strategies and Tactics
As cyber threats and breaches grow, healthcare organizations and facilities need a better approach to cybersecurity.
12/23/2024
17 Million Patient Records Stolen in PIH Health Ransomware Attack
A ransomware attack halted operations across three of PIH’s hospitals.
12/20/2024
Jefferson Health Faces Lawsuit Over Third-Party Tracking on Websites
The lawsuit alleges that the health system allowed Facebook’s Meta Pixel to track patient activity on its websites.
12/18/2024
Saint Vincent Hospital Upgrades Its Security Systems
Case study: The facility upgraded its security systems to comply with the new patient health and safety law, Laura’s Law.
12/13/2024
3 Ways to Secure a Healthcare Facility
As workplace violence grows in healthcare, being aware of different security methods can help prevent and address dangerous situations.
12/4/2024
Alleged Ransomware Administrator Extradited from South Korea
The Phobos ransomware has been used globally to target over 1,000 organizations, including healthcare.
11/21/2024
Geisinger Finds Success with Violence Prevention Efforts
Their safety measures included training staff in de-escalation, active-shooter response drills and equipping 6,000 employees with duress notification badges.
11/20/2024
Great Plains Regional Medical Center Struck by Ransomware Attack
Their systems were quickly restored following the attack; however, a limited amount of patient information was not recoverable.
11/20/2024
Man Wanted for Murder Captured at Hospital in South Carolina
A hospital employee identified the wanted man and alerted the authorities.
11/15/2024
SW Family Medicine Experiences Cyber Incident
The incident occurred on or about August 7, 2024.
11/14/2024
