everest attacks Stages Pediatric Care
Incident Date:
October 20, 2022
Overview
Title
everest attacks Stages Pediatric Care
Victim
Stages Pediatric Care
Attacker
Everest
Location
First Reported
October 20, 2022
Stages Pediatric Care Suffers Ransomware Attack
Overview of the Incident
Stages Pediatric Care, a healthcare provider based in Orange City, Florida, has recently fallen victim to a ransomware attack perpetrated by the Everest group. This incident was disclosed on the group's dark web leak site. Stages Pediatric Care operates under the provider organization SANDRA DEE MD LLC and is a key player in the Healthcare Services sector.
The clinic, which has been operational since 2009, offers a comprehensive range of services for children from birth to young adulthood, including preventive healthcare and the management of acute and chronic diseases. Despite its significant role in pediatric healthcare, the clinic's vulnerabilities were exploited, leading to this cybersecurity breach.
Impact of the Attack
The ransomware attack has forced Stages Pediatric Care to revert to manual processes, significantly increasing the wait times for prescription requests and other critical services. Everest, the ransomware group responsible, has demanded a ransom of $3.4 million for the return of the stolen data. This incident underscores the growing threat of ransomware attacks targeting healthcare providers, emphasizing the critical need for enhanced cybersecurity measures within the sector.
Ransomware Threats in Healthcare
Ransomware attacks on healthcare organizations have seen a notable increase, with 24 attacks publicly reported in 2024 alone. The healthcare sector's vulnerability to such attacks is highlighted by the recent targeting of St. Anthony Hospital in Little Village by the Rhysida ransomware group, among thousands of other attacks since 2019. These incidents reveal a disturbing trend of cybercriminals targeting healthcare providers, potentially compromising patient safety and privacy.
Conclusion
The ransomware attack on Stages Pediatric Care serves as a critical reminder of the escalating cyber threats facing the healthcare industry. It underscores the importance of implementing robust cybersecurity protocols to safeguard sensitive patient information against such vulnerabilities. As ransomware groups continue to target healthcare providers, the sector must prioritize cybersecurity to protect against data breaches and ensure the continuity of care.
Sources
- "Ransomware Attacks on Healthcare Providers Increase in 2024" - Source not provided
- "Everest Ransomware Group's Dark Web Leak Site" - Source not provided
- "Lurie Children's Hospital Annual Report" - https://www.luriechildrens.org/en/about-us/annual-report/
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