The Royal ransomware group is hitting a broad range of industries including manufacturing, healthcare, local governments, and education sectors. Over 64% of its targets are in the US. Known for its aggressive tactics such as public extortion and harassment, the group is believed to consist of former members of the Conti ransomware group. Royal uses a variety of tools and methods including SEO poisoning, compromised credentials, and network discovery software to gain initial system access and exfiltrate data. It also targets Linux and ESXi environments.
HIMSSCast: New analytics strategies for patient-centric pop health
The shift towards value-based reimbursement in healthcare calls for more robust analytics strategies to manage population health. Indiana University’s Brian Dixon suggests focusing on incorporating