Data Breaches

Summary Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, New York, suffered a cyberattack that disrupted its computer systems, forcing the hospital to divert ambulances and resort to manual patient check-in procedures. The attack highlights the increasing vulnerability […]

Summary Pro-Russian hackers targeted Italian banks, airports, and government websites following comments by Italian President Sergio Mattarella comparing Russia’s actions in Ukraine to Nazi Germany. The attacks caused temporary disruptions but no significant damage, highlighting […]

Summary A new California law mandates QR codes on baby food packaging, empowering parents to check heavy metal content. This move increases transparency and promotes safer infant nutrition, setting a precedent for nationwide adoption. The […]

Summary This article discusses the Change Healthcare ransomware attack, its impact on prescription access, and the broader implications for healthcare cybersecurity. It explores the incident’s timeline, the financial and operational fallout, and the ongoing challenges […]

Summary A major supply chain attack on Snowflake, a cloud data warehousing platform, has led to numerous data breaches in various sectors, including healthcare. The attack underscores the vulnerability of interconnected systems and the devastating […]

Summary This article discusses the vital role of robust network segmentation in protecting hospitals from escalating ransomware attacks and data breaches. It explores the increasing threat landscape, emphasizing the shift from individual hackers to organized […]

Summary Deloitte pays $5 million to Rhode Island to cover expenses from the RIBridges data breach. This payment helps with costs like enrolling HealthSource RI customers in health coverage. Deloitte also covers the call center, […]

Summary This article delves into the details of the 2006 Nationwide Building Society data breach, a significant event that highlighted vulnerabilities in data security. It also examines the increasing threat of ransomware attacks, particularly in […]

Summary Ransomware and data breaches continue to plague the healthcare sector, with third-party vendors emerging as a significant vulnerability. These attacks disrupt operations, compromise patient data, and highlight the interconnectedness of healthcare systems. Protecting against […]

Summary This article explores the increasing threat of cyberattacks, especially data breaches and ransomware, targeting UK healthcare institutions. It examines the devastating consequences of these attacks, emphasizes the vital role of robust incident response plans, […]