Cyberattacks on healthcare systems are increasing, putting patient data and safety at risk, according to Steven McKeon, founder and CEO of MacguyverTech and MacNerd. He calls for more substantial efforts to update outdated healthcare technology and improve cybersecurity measures. Increased federal funding, stricter enforcement of required cybersecurity practices, and collaboration between governments and healthcare industries are crucial to secure these systems, he said.
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Chicago children’s hospital says nearly 800,000 affected by January ransomware attack
The Rhysida ransomware group attacked the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago in January, leaking sensitive health data of almost 800,000 people.