Hospital Cyber Attack: Protect Patient Data Now

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Hospital Cyber Attack: Protect Patient Data Now

Hospital Cyber Attack: Protect Patient Data Now

🚨 Breaking News: A children's hospital network was hit by ransomware on September 28, 2023. Hackers locked doctors out of patient records!

What is Ransomware?

Imagine someone puts a giant digital lock on your school computer. You can't open it unless you pay them money. That's ransomware!

How the Attack Happened

  • Hackers sent fake "patient lab results" emails to nurses
  • One click gave access to the entire hospital network
  • Encrypted 500+ computers in 2 hours

3 Simple Protection Steps

  1. Stop Clicking Links: Verify email attachments with senders first
  2. Backup Daily: Keep copies of important files offline
  3. Update Software: Install security patches every Thursday

Why This Matters to You

Even if you're not a doctor, this shows why we all need cybersecurity:

  • 1 in 4 attacks now target hospitals
  • Patient records sell for $1,000+ on dark web
  • Average ransom payment: $1.5 million

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Quick Questions Answered

Were babies' records stolen?

No – the hospital paid the ransom within 24 hours to protect data.

How to check if my hospital is safe?

Ask them: "Do you do weekly cybersecurity drills?" Good hospitals do!

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