INC Ransom Strikes UK Children's Hospital in Major Cybersecurity Breach
Ransomware group INC Ransom claims to have stolen sensitive patient data from Alder Hey Children's Hospital in Liverpool, compromising records spanning 2018-2024. Hospital officials are working with the National Crime Agency while maintaining operations, as security experts link the attack to CitrixBleed vulnerability exploitation.
Biden Administration Proposes Sweeping Healthcare Reforms to Combat AI Discrimination
The Biden administration has unveiled extensive healthcare proposals targeting discriminatory AI practices in healthcare delivery, particularly in Medicare Advantage systems. The reforms aim to prevent bias against vulnerable populations and expand drug coverage, though their future remains uncertain amid the upcoming administration change.
Canadian Court Orders Public Release of Major LifeLabs Healthcare Data Breach Report
A landmark Ontario Court ruling mandates the public disclosure of a report detailing LifeLabs' 2019 data breach that exposed 15 million Canadians' medical records. The decision overrules the company's confidentiality claims and reveals concerning findings about its data protection practices.
Healthcare Under Siege: The Alarming Rise of Ransomware Attacks on Medical Systems
Ransomware attacks on healthcare organizations doubled in 2023, with LockBit responsible for 25% of incidents. Beyond financial losses, these cyberattacks directly impact patient care, highlighting the critical need for robust backup systems and comprehensive security measures in protecting sensitive medical data.
Major French Hospital Data Breach Exposes Medical Records of 750,000 Patients
A devastating cyberattack at a Paris-area hospital has compromised two decades of sensitive patient data, including medical records and personal information of 750,000 individuals. French authorities are investigating as the stolen data surfaces on the dark web, prompting renewed focus on healthcare cybersecurity.