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Health-ISAC Heartbeat flags surge in ransomware, VPN exploits across healthcare systems

Health-ISAC Heartbeat flags surge in ransomware, VPN exploits across healthcare systems

The Health-ISAC Heartbeat Q1 2025 report reveals an upward trend in cybersecurity incidents and data breaches affecting the health sector. Ransomware attacks continued to rise, with 158 reported in the first quarter, predominately targeting American organizations. Health-ISAC issued 220 alerts to vulnerable members, providing measures to mitigate risk. Cybercriminals are reportedly selling stolen data and access to systems, with the health sector being exposed to these threats. The report recommends organizations patch vulnerable devices, raise cybersecurity awareness, and implement strict access controls among other measures.

Source: industrialcyber.co –

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