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When ransomware kills: Attacks on healthcare facilities

Ransomware attacks on the healthcare sector have significantly increased since 2015, disrupting critical services and impacting patient survival rates. These attacks lead to delayed treatments and overburdened facilities, making them a direct risk to patients’ lives. The dangers also extend to critical infrastructure sectors like fuel, water, and transportation. The response to these threats requires robust cybersecurity, new policy changes, and a proactive stance towards defense, aiming to minimize possible life loss and service disruption.

Source: securityintelligence.com –

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