Chinese state-sponsored hacking groups, notably Silk Typhoon, are targeting healthcare organizations to gather operational data for potential physical attacks, rather than seeking ransom. The U.S. government identifies China as a persistent cyber threat, compromising critical infrastructure like telecommunications and energy. Recent alerts from the American Hospital Association emphasize heightened risks for healthcare facilities. Collaboration between government and industry is crucial to combat these threats.

Hackers Scanning From 24,000 IP’s to Gain Access to Palo Alto Networks
Researchers observed a significant increase in malicious scanning of Palo Alto Networks’ GlobalProtect VPN portals, with nearly 24,000 unique IP addresses targeting the systems. This