5 Things Your Company Should Do After a Data Breach
Healthcare data breaches have been on the rise in recent years. Medical data is always a big target for cybercriminals as it is much more valuable than personal information alone. Many of these data breaches are considered an outside cyber attack – a lapse in cybersecurity due to a hacker infiltrating the networks of a […]
How to Recover From a Healthcare Data Breach
Despite the healthcare industry’s continuous efforts to minimize cybercriminal activity, cyber attacks continue to make their tumultuous presence known throughout the industry. As a result, medical facilities, providers, and payers have prioritized protecting their digital infrastructure against a data breach. Healthcare organizations are consistently implementing preventative measures such as update patches, firewalls, antivirus and malware […]
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 […]
Can a Decryption Key Help you Avoid Paying a Ransom?
Network security admins all have the same fear – Friday afternoon at about 4:30pm, tech support gets a call that a computer is acting strange with files and folders not working properly. Their response to the call reveals a ransom note! But before you consider paying a ransom for a security breach, consider using a […]
Behind the Scenes of a Hospital Ransomware Attack
In television dramas and Hollywood movies, ransomware attacks are often made known by a flashy message that pops up on the computer screen or an ominous voice message left by the cyber criminal. In the case of one hospital, the incident presented itself far more subtly. Around 5:00 pm, the day after a holiday, calls […]
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 […]
Hidden Signs of a Healthcare Data Breach
Healthcare data breaches can be costly, difficult to resolve, and dangerous for patients. Yet despite the best preventative practices, breaches can still happen, underscoring the critical need for prompt detection and response. As healthcare organizations are responsible for safeguarding private patient data, swiftly identifying signs of a data breach is essential. If such sensitive information […]
BianLian Ransomware Mail Scam Alert: Copycat or Credible?
A new twist in the cybersecurity threat landscape: healthcare organizations recently reported receiving physical letters claiming to be from the BianLian ransomware group. But as TJ Ramsey, Fortified Health Security’s Senior Director of Threat Operations, explains, this may not have been the real deal. “There is no indication this group was really involved. This seems […]
Incident Response Programs vs. Incident Response Retainers
When it comes to cybersecurity, every healthcare organization knows it needs an Incident Response (IR) capability, but far fewer realize that having an IR retainer alone isn’t enough. Many sign on for Incident Response Retainers (IRR), assuming that a bucket of pre-paid hours means peace of mind when a breach occurs. The reality? Both approaches […]
Inside a Healthcare Ransomware Battle: How Preparation Saved Patients
With 25 years in cybersecurity, including experience at the Department of Defense and National Security Agency, Phil Alexander has seen the full spectrum of cyber threats. Since founding his consultancy and working extensively with healthcare organizations, he’s gained unique insights into the industry’s specific vulnerabilities and the most effective strategies to address them. His experience […]