Malware

Feds issue an urgent alert on North Korean cyber threat

Homeland Security and FBI report that five applications are most vulnerable to attack.

Cyberattacks Joseph Goedert June 19

Cyberattacks Joseph Goedert June 19
Data security survey reveals overconfidence, lack of preparedness

Many organizations too optimistic about deterring malicious attacks, says John Pagliuca.

Cybersecurity David Weldon June 19

Cybersecurity David Weldon June 19
HIE provides hospital with vital patient data after ransomware attack

With EHR system down, Erie County Medical Center turned to HEALTHeLINK to view clinical records.

Ransomware Greg Slabodkin June 19

Ransomware Greg Slabodkin June 19
WannaCry infected more systems globally than initially reported

Lawmakers told malware struck as many as 2 million systems worldwide, not 200,000 as previously thought.

Ransomware Greg Slabodkin June 16

Ransomware Greg Slabodkin June 16
Nearly half of organizations using IoT hit by breaches

Companies that bulk up defenses more likely to prevent an incursion, says Stefan Bewley.

Data breaches Bob Violino June 15

Data breaches Bob Violino June 15
HHS center for cyber threat sharing helped lead response to malware attack

The Health Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Center was an integral part of the agency’s coordinated response to the recent WannaCry ransomware attack.

Cybersecurity Greg Slabodkin June 13

Cybersecurity Greg Slabodkin June 13
HIT Think How to mitigate the risks of browsing in healthcare organizations

Joshua Behar
President and CEO Ericom Software

Ransomware, malware and cyberthreats require a new approach to web security, in order to ensure protection of provider networks.

Network security June 7

Network security June 7
HHS issues warning for vigilance on WannaCry ransomware

Two multi-hospital delivery systems deal with affects of attack as feds issue more guidance.

Ransomware Joseph Goedert June 6

Ransomware Joseph Goedert June 6
Panel urges quick, decisive action on cybersecurity

More than 100 recommendations aim to harden IT defenses, protect patients, says Theresa Meadows.

Cybersecurity Greg Slabodkin June 5

Cybersecurity Greg Slabodkin June 5
HIT Think 5 takeaways from the WannaCry ransomware attacks

Rick Sullivan
Chief government and revenue officer Medsphere Systems Corp.

Even though the malware crippled several NHS hospitals in the United Kingdom, U.S. facilities learned valuable lessons from the recent cyber attack.

Ransomware June 2

Ransomware June 2

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