Why Tactics Matter in Cybersecurity: Rethinking the Way Healthcare Defends
In a recent Fortified Health Security webinar, T.J. Ramsey, Senior Director of Threat Operations, delivered a pointed message: strategy alone won’t protect healthcare organizations from cyber criminals. Tactical execution is what makes the difference. As cyber threats grow in speed, scale, and sophistication, it’s not just about knowing what to do, but about having the […]
April 2025 CISO Brief: Behind the Cyber Threat Headlines
Fortified’s Threat Services Team tracks the most pressing cyber threats targeting the healthcare sector each month. April’s activity surrounding PipeMagic ransomware, Oracle’s dual breach allegations, and the news regarding the DaVita ransomware attack illuminate a stark reality: the healthcare sector is under sustained siege from sophisticated threat actors intensifying their focus on healthcare’s legacy systems, […]
Battling Healthcare Cyber Threats: Why Specialization Matters
When a ransomware attack hit Lawrence General Hospital in 2020, it was more than a disruption; it was a wake-up call. The attack, part of the global SolarWinds breach, forced the hospital to confront the reality that cybersecurity in healthcare is not just about protecting data, but also patients. With patient care on the line, […]
The Critical Role of Healthcare Cybersecurity Escalations
Healthcare cybersecurity is personal. That’s because it’s not just about protecting data; it’s about protecting lives. The stakes in healthcare are high, so effective healthcare cybersecurity escalations are crucial to ensuring patient safety and maintaining operational integrity. A breach can disrupt everything, from essential services to critical treatments to private patient information. That’s why […]
Navigating Incident Response: Lessons from a Hospital Cyber Attack
As the summer of 2023 drew to a close, cybercriminals seized the moment to unleash chaos on a healthcare system. Multiple healthcare facilities and their associated medical services were impacted, exposing vulnerabilities in the health system’s digital infrastructure. This attack severely disrupted hospital operations, affecting billing processes, elective procedures, and critical medical imaging. The inability […]
Nation-State Cyberattacks: How to Stay Vigilant
Nation-state attacks have been a daily threat for years. Even though news headlines are focused on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, IT professionals know all too well that these threats are not new. Cyber attacks from Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea have been ever-present threats in the last six years, if not longer. While the […]
Healthcare Data Breach: 8 Steps for Responding and Recovering
A cybersecurity breach can occur despite data loss prevention efforts. What your organization does after a breach can make all the difference in limiting the impact of an attack. When hackers exploit your organization’s vulnerabilities, it’s essential to identify your unique needs and respond accordingly. Here are some steps to respond and recover after a […]
How Cyber Insurance Applies to Cybersecurity Posture
As organizations face increasing cyber attacks, now is the time to consider increasing protections via cyber insurance. Cyber insurance can help mitigate financial damage from cyber incidents. Currently, about one-third of U.S. companies have cyber insurance, but purchasing cyber insurance is not always straightforward. What to know about cybersecurity insurance Cyber insurance or cyber […]
