Security
Gun Incident Highlights Need for Security Infrastructure
A man was arrested at Aultman Memorial Hospital after allegedly firing a gun in the ER.
7/9/2025
On the Lookout: The Software Supply Chain as a Healthcare Cyberattack Vector
Staying watchful of third-party software vendors and their activities is critical for healthcare cybersecurity.
7/3/2025
Man Dies by Suicide in Emergency Department Waiting Room at Kansas Hospital
No staff or patients were harmed, and the man was alone in the waiting area when he shot himself.
7/2/2025
Arkansas Urology Associates Experiences Data Security Incident
The incident occurred in March.
6/26/2025
McLaren Health Care Ensnared in Data Breach
The data security incident occurred around August 5, 2024.
6/25/2025
Weapon Detection Systems Prevent Security Events
Hospitals are prioritizing security screenings in the rise of workplace violence.
6/24/2025
Two Maine Hospital Systems Continue to Recover from Cyberattacks
The fallout from the cyberattacks created delays in patient care.
6/18/2025
Virginia Hospital Goes into Lockdown Following Admission of Shooting Victim
The hospital followed standard protocol by restricting access to ensure safety.
6/12/2025
Jackson Health System Discloses 5-Year Long Data Breach
There was unauthorized access to more than 2,000 patient records by an employee between July 2020 and May 2025.
6/11/2025
Man Stabbed in Lobby at Massachusetts General Hospital
The man’s injuries were not life-threatening.
6/4/2025
Bradford Health Services Falls Victim to Data Security Incident
The healthcare organization says it has no evidence that the information potentially involved in this incident has been misused.
6/4/2025
Kettering Health Confirms Ransomware Attack Behind System Outage
It’s still unclear whether any patient or employee data was compromised.
5/29/2025
UCM Medical Group Experiences Data Breach via Third-Party Vendor
The cybersecurity incident occurred in July 2024.
5/29/2025
5 Components of an Integrated Safety Culture in Healthcare
The goal is not to create a fortress but to build a space where patients feel protected and caregivers feel empowered to deliver exceptional care.
5/28/2025
Patient Suicide Prompts Investigation at Providence Hosptial in Washington
The patient had been assigned a round-the-clock sitter, but supervision was removed without explanation just days before her death.
5/28/2025
Kettering Health Faces Systemwide Outage After Cyberattack
Elective inpatient and outpatient procedures were canceled as a result, though emergency rooms and clinics remain open.
5/22/2025
Multicare Auburn Medical Center Sued After Patient Went Missing
A patient with severe dementia went missing from the hospital in June 2024, being found nearly 12 hours later.
5/21/2025
Sonrisas Dental Health Hit with Cyber Extortion Incident
The incident was detected in early March.
5/15/2025
Horizon Behavioral Health Becomes Victim of Ransomware Attack
The incident occurred in March.
5/8/2025
Report: Healthcare Ransomware Attacks Up 21 Percent in 2024
Guarding against phishing – a common method used to deploy ransomware – is crucial.
5/1/2025
Park Royal Hospital Falls Victim to Phishing Attack
This incident did not disrupt Park Royal’s services or operations.
5/1/2025
Man Charged in Gun-related Incident at Minnesota Hospital
The incident led to a lockdown at the facility.
4/28/2025
Frederick Health Hospital Faces 5 Lawsuits Following Ransomware Attack
The lawsuits accuse FHH of inadequate cybersecurity, poor breach notification and failing to protect patients from identity theft risks.
4/24/2025
Bomb Threat Alleged at Illinois Hospital
The alleged suspect was taken into police custody, and the threat was determined to be unfounded.
4/23/2025
OCH Regional Medical Center Caught Up in Data Breach
Unauthorized individuals gained access to 67,000 files in OCH’s possession.
4/23/2025
Yale New Haven Health Experiences Data Breach
At no point did this incident impact their ability to provide patient care
4/15/2025
Double Homicide Suspect Hides from Police in Upstate Community Hospital
The alleged suspect passed through the hospital’s weapons detection system, alerting the facility and police
4/9/2025
Oracle Health Hit by Data Breach, Patient Data Possibly Compromised
The incident is the latest in a growing list of third-party vendors suffering from cyberattacks.
4/3/2025
Rumored Terror Threat to Hospitals Prompts FBI Warning
Despite no threat, healthcare facilities are urged to review emergency preparedness protocols.
4/2/2025
Sunflower Medical Group Facing Lawsuit Following January Data Breach
The lawsuit seeks a jury trial, damages, expanded credit monitoring services and security improvements at Sunflower Medical Group.
3/31/2025
Enhancing Safety at Hennepin Healthcare with a Screening System
Case study: The system was able to detect 2,500 risk items in less than five months.
3/28/2025
Columbia Eye Clinic Ensnared in Data Security Incident
It does not have any indications that its electronic medical record system or practice management systems were affected by this incident.
3/27/2025
Shooting Breaks Out Between Employees at Corewell Hospital in Michigan
The suspect fled the scene but was arrested the same day at a residence in Macomb Township.
3/26/2025
33 Percent of Healthcare IT Professionals Concerned About Data Breaches
Cyberattacks remain a threat to healthcare facilities.
3/20/2025
Sunflower Medical Group Experiences Data Breach
To date, Sunflower has no evidence that personal information has been misused.
3/13/2025
Man Attacks Nurses, Police Officer at Jefferson Hospital
The man allegedly attacked the staff members before being restrained and sedated.
3/12/2025
Dameron Hospital Association Settles Cyberattack Lawsuit for $650,000
While Dameron denies wrongdoing or liability, it has chosen to settle the lawsuit on a class-wide basis.
3/5/2025
One Dead, Four Injured After Hostage Situation at UPMC Memorial Hospital
The alleged suspect was killed in a shootout with police.
2/26/2025
The Double-Edged Sword of AI in Healthcare Cybersecurity
The use of AI could be beneficial, but some may misuse the technology.
2/21/2025
Third-Party Vendors and Networks Pose Risks for Healthcare Cybersecurity
Collaboration and intelligence sharing are crucial actions to take to defend against cyberattacks, including ones linked to third parties.
2/20/2025
Two Emergency Department Staff Attacked at Provident Hospital of Cook County
The suspect approached one staff member, stabbed him in the chest with a sharp object, and injured another staff member.
2/19/2025
3 Critical Cyber Threats to Healthcare Facilities in 2025
With cyber threats continuing to evolve rapidly, healthcare facility managers must be aware of what can impact their operations.
2/13/2025
University Diagnostic Medical Imaging Falls Victim to Data Breach
The data breach occurred on November 26, 2024.
2/13/2025
Frederick Health Grappling with Ransomware Attack on IT Systems
Despite the attack, most facilities remained open.
2/12/2025
Report Sheds Light on Cyberattack and Data Breach Trends from 2024
Despite a slight decrease in data breaches from 2023, the volume of exposed data and records surged.
2/6/2025
Over 1 Million Individuals Affected in Community Health Center Data Breach
No evidence of data misuse has been found so far.
2/5/2025
Healthcare is a Major Ransomware Target
Healthcare is the third-most-targeted sector, according to the report.
1/29/2025
Allegheny Health Network Struck by Third-Party Vendor Data Breach
The organization is not aware of any actual or attempted identity theft or fraud as a result of this incident.
1/28/2025
84 Percent of Healthcare Organizations Detected a Cyberattack in Past Year
Healthcare facilities remain a target among cyber criminals.
1/24/2025
