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Boston Scientific: Hospital Systems Increasingly Targeted by Cybercriminals, Ransomware Attacks on the Rise

by Drew Bomett, VP & Chief Information Security Officer, Boston Scientific

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / November 14, 2023 / Boston Scientific

Originally published by Drew Bomett on The MedTech Conference.

Increasingly, hospital systems today find themselves targeted by cybercriminals. A Journal of the American Medical Association report found that between 2016 and 2021, the number of ransomware attacks on health care delivery organizations more than doubled, with attacks growing larger and more severe, ultimately exposing the personal health information of nearly 42 million patients.

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FAQ

How many ransomware attacks on health care delivery organizations occurred between 2016 and 2021?

The number of ransomware attacks on health care delivery organizations more than doubled, with attacks growing larger and more severe, ultimately exposing the personal health information of nearly 42 million patients.

What is the impact of cybercriminals targeting hospital systems?

The impact is a significant increase in ransomware attacks, which have more than doubled in number between 2016 and 2021.

Where can I find the original content?

The original content can be found on The MedTech Conference website.

How can I access additional multimedia and ESG storytelling from Boston Scientific?

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You can contact Boston Scientific through their website at https://www.3blmedia.com/profiles/boston-scientific or via email at info@3blmedia.com.