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Most Healthcare Providers Remain Highly Vulnerable to Ransomware Attacks

Approximately 90% of healthcare companies are vulnerable to ransomware attacks due to insecure internet connections, says cybersecurity firm Claroty. The study, which analysed data from over 350 healthcare organisations, found that 78% had paid ransoms of more than $500,000. Cybersecurity incidents can be expensive, including service disruption and lawsuits. Cybercriminals are exploiting known vulnerabilities in internet-facing devices. The best defence is increasing the security of the network to prevent escalation and damage by hackers.

Source: medcitynews.com –

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