Cyberattacks on healthcare providers are increasing in complexity and impact as they continue to rise in number. CommonSpirit Health this week disclosed that a ransomware attack first reported in early October exposed the personal information of more than 623,000 people.
The percentage of healthcare organizations reporting ransomware attacks nearly doubled last year to 66%, according to cybersecurity company Sophos.
Cyber threats to third parties such as medical device suppliers and supply chain vendors are also soaring, the American Hospital Association has warned.
