Healthcare sector ransomware attacks soared in 2024, already nearing 2023’s total by September, says SafetyDetectives. With 87 active groups committing monthly attacks, the growing number of ransomware groups and variants is a significant factor. Cybercriminals have altered tactics, with 177 new ransomware variants identified between April and September 2024. The report suggests paying ransoms, like Change Healthcare’s $22 million in March, might incentivize future attacks. It also warns of serious consequences, such as the theft of 120TB of healthcare data, endangering patient lives, and causing potential identity theft, medical fraud, and psychological distress.
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