alphv attacks Bishop Eye Center
Incident Date:
February 8, 2022
Overview
Title
alphv attacks Bishop Eye Center
Victim
Bishop Eye Center
Attacker
Alphv
Location
First Reported
February 8, 2022
Bishop Eye Center Suffers Ransomware Attack
Company Overview
Bishop Eye Center is recognized as a center of excellence in the healthcare sector, particularly in eye care, known for its pioneering technology and compassionate care. The center is distinguished by its leadership in surgery calculations, which are used as an international benchmark, and its collective expertise contributed by a large team of doctors and staff.
Vulnerabilities and Targeting
The ransomware attack by the group Alphv on Bishop Eye Center underscores the cybersecurity vulnerabilities inherent in healthcare organizations. This incident, involving a compromised internal email account used for fraudulent payment requests, exemplifies the multifaceted cyber threats facing the sector, including but not limited to ransomware and business email compromise.
Impact and Response
While the full impact of the ransomware attack on Bishop Eye Center remains to be assessed, it signals a concerning trend of increasing cyberattacks on healthcare providers. This event is a call to action for healthcare organizations to enhance their cybersecurity measures in response to the escalating threat landscape.
Previous Attacks and Trends
The frequency of ransomware attacks has surged, with a notable 81% increase in July 2023 compared to the previous year. The healthcare sector, in particular, has been a prime target, as evidenced by the 14 attacks in July alone. This pattern of targeting large healthcare entities emphasizes the critical need for robust cybersecurity defenses.
Sources
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- Government Info Security. (2021, September 21). Hacking Incidents Lead to 2 Big Eye Care Provider Breaches. Retrieved April 10, 2024, from www.govinfosecurity.com/hacking-incidents-lead-to-2-big-eye-care-provider-breaches-a-17587
- e-Crime Bureau. (2023, August 8). The State of Ransomware in 2023 - e-Crime Bureau. Retrieved April 10, 2024, from www.e-crimebureau.com/the-state-of-ransomware-in-2023/
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