Events Fraud Ransomware 
Healthcare IT Today
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
According to a report from the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, ransomware attacks on healthcare organizations doubled between 2022 and 2023 , making the healthcare sector one of the fastest-growing targets for cybercriminals. Then malicious actors can either subscribe to use the ransomware or purchase access outright.
HIPAA Journal
APRIL 30, 2025
No ransomware group is known to have claimed responsibility for the attack. Notifications have been sent to multiple U.S. states confirming that the information of 470,060 individuals was exposed and potentially stolen in the attack. That figure includes 258,191 individuals whose protected health information was compromised.
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Healthcare IT Today
MARCH 19, 2025
Recent incidents, such as the massive theft of NHS records in 2024 and a surge in ransomware attacks on healthcare providers, emphasize the urgent need for stronger security frameworks. These events expose the limitations of traditional systems in combating emerging threats like AI-generated fraud and identity manipulation.
HIT Consultant
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Data breaches, ransomware attacks, and system vulnerabilities have emerged as major disruptors, threatening sensitive patient information and the very foundation of patient care. Identity theft, fraud, and long-term financial harm are just a few examples of the personal fallout patients may face following a data breach.
HIPAA Journal
MARCH 11, 2025
The Rhysida ransomware group has claimed responsibility for the attack and has added Sunflower Medical Group to its data leak site. While the risks associated with the incident are believed to be low, all affected individuals have been advised to be vigilant against phishing attempts and other fraud.
HIPAA Journal
MARCH 1, 2023
True Health New Mexico identified a security breach on October 5, 2021, with the investigation confirming that an unauthorized third party had gained access to its network and used ransomware to encrypt files. “In the event True Health discontinues operations, True Health will have no obligation to continue these equitable measures.”
Compliancy Group
MAY 27, 2022
35% of healthcare breaches involved ransomware attacks, vs. 20% in 2020. The average ransomware payment for healthcare was $875,784, about one-third less than the 2020 payment. 82% of ransomware attacks claimed to have removed data before encryption. The average number of patient notifications was 81,679.
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