BEC attacks in the healthcare sector surged by 279% this year, according to a report by Abnormal Security. The study indicates a 167% rise in advanced email threats, peaking at over 100 attacks per 1000 mailboxes in March. Despite stabilizing around 61.16 attacks per 1000 mailboxes, a potential surge is expected during the holiday season. BEC attacks, while less frequent, pose substantial financial risks, with an average loss of $125,000 per attack. The healthcare industry is advised to boost its cybersecurity, especially in cloud email security.
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