The healthcare sector is facing increasing cyber threats, with exposed patient records up 9% to 183 million in 2024, according to a report from Fortified Health Security. Phishing attacks and breaches targeting network servers are also on the rise. The report also warns of cyber risks linked to the growing use of artificial intelligence in healthcare. It advises sector collaboration and investment in cybersecurity to help safeguard patient data.

Warning issued over ‘fast flux’ techniques used to obscure malicious signals on compromised networks
Law enforcement agencies have warned that organizations face a common network vulnerability that allows hackers to dodge detection and distribute malicious software indiscriminately. Referred to