Priya PatelTLDR:
- Healthcare organizations are increasingly at risk from cyberattacks, especially ransomware.
- Rubrik Zero Labs’ report highlights the impact of cyberattacks on sensitive data in the healthcare industry.
Healthcare organizations are facing a growing threat from ransomware attacks, as outlined in a recent report by Rubrik Zero Labs. The report, titled “The State of Data Security: Measuring Your Data’s Risk,” emphasizes the challenges faced by healthcare organizations in safeguarding sensitive data in the digital age.
The report indicates that healthcare organizations manage 22% more data than the global average, with ransomware attacks affecting nearly five times more sensitive data in the healthcare sector compared to other industries. Each successful ransomware event impacts 20% of a healthcare organization’s sensitive data, leading to significant financial and operational consequences.
Cloud adoption in the healthcare industry has also created security blind spots, with cyberattacks targeting SaaS data, cloud storage, and on-premises storage. IT and security teams are under increasing pressure, with 94% of leaders experiencing significant cyberattacks annually, including a third involving ransomware.
The report highlights the need for collaboration and strategies to address the evolving nature of cyber threats, with a focus on minimizing risks and defeating cyber attackers. With the increasing digitization of healthcare data, it is crucial for organizations to invest in robust cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive information and maintain data integrity.
