The healthcare sector has seen a significant rise in ransomware attacks, severely disrupting services. In 2021, 66% of healthcare delivery organizations were impacted, with 51% experiencing data encryption. The financial impact is substantial, with the average cost of a ransomware attack in healthcare rising to $2.20 million in 2023. High-profile attacks, such as those on Ascension and a payment processor in 2024, led to operational disruptions and canceled surgeries.
Ransomware groups like LockBit and ALPHV/BlackCat are responsible for over 30% of healthcare attacks, targeting networks, databases, and medical devices. In 2023, 46 hospital systems, comprising 141 hospitals, were hit by ransomware. These trends highlight the need for effective defense strategies to protect patient safety and healthcare operations.
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