Security
Healthcare Security: To Arm Or Not To Arm?
Deciding whether or not to hire armed security personnel requires that managers understand a range of critical considerations.
9/2/2025
Integrated Oncology Network Caught Up in Data Breach
The network first learned of the incident on April 11, 2025.
9/2/2025
Aspire Rural Health System Reports Data Security Incident
Upon detecting the unauthorized activity, Aspire immediately worked to contain the incident and launched a thorough investigation.
8/28/2025
Fatal Flaws: Strategies for Active Attackers
Anything that goes wrong with the response is the liability exposure of the organization — not the employee and not the police.
8/27/2025
University of Miami Health System Ensnared in Data Breach
An employee had gained unauthorized access to over 2,000 patient records.
8/26/2025
Cybersecurity Law's Expiration Could Leave Healthcare Facilities Exposed
The pending sunset of CISA 2015 threatens to weaken critical information sharing that helps healthcare facilities defend against cyberattacks.
8/21/2025
The Fatal Flaws in Active Shooter Response in Healthcare Facilities
The most effective solutions to workplace violence are sophisticated emergency response planning and master level training for all employees.
8/20/2025
Glens Falls Hospital Caught Up in Oracle Health Data Breach
As of November 2, 2024, Glens Falls Hospital no longer uses Oracle Health/Cerner as its electronic health record vendor.
8/19/2025
Sabine County Hospital Falls Victim to Data Breach
There is no evidence suggesting that any of this information was accessed or misused.
8/14/2025
Over 1,000 Guns Confiscated - A Wake-Up Call for Hospital Safety
With candid stories, expert insight and a heartfelt discussion on workplace violence prevention, this episode is a must-listen for anyone concerned with the future of hospital safety.
8/12/2025
78% of Healthcare Facilities Targeted by Ransomware in the Past Year
A new report reveals the sector’s ongoing struggle with legacy systems, identity infrastructure vulnerabilities and recovery delays that put patients and operations at risk.
8/7/2025
Mid Florida Primary Care Targeted in Data Breach
On or around January 23, 2025, Mid-Florida became aware of suspicious activity within its network environment.
8/7/2025
Fighting Workplace Violence With AI-Powered Security Tools
Northwell Health has recently expanded its investment in integrated security tools.
8/6/2025
False Alarm, Real Readiness: Why Healthcare Facilities Must Be Prepared for Any Threat
A mistaken report of gunfire at Walter Reed led to a swift lockdown and response.
8/5/2025
Clinica Family Health Reports Data Breach
They are conducting a review to identify all individuals whose information potentially could have been accessed by the unauthorized actor.
8/5/2025
3 Pillars of Stronger Cybersecurity in Healthcare
These strategies can help healthcare facilities stay ahead of evolving cyber threats.
7/31/2025
Armed Standoff at West Virginia Hospital Reminds of the Need for Safety Measures
The alleged suspect, who's now in custody, was also linked to earlier bomb threats.
7/30/2025
Cyber Crossfire: Why Healthcare Is Becoming a Battleground in Global Conflicts
As geopolitical tensions escalate, hospitals and critical suppliers are increasingly targeted in cyberattacks.
7/24/2025
Iron County Medical Center Reports Email Breach
There is no evidence any information related to the incident was otherwise actually misused, and there was no evidence that emails were taken from the system.
7/23/2025
More Than 700 Rural Hospitals Join Microsoft Cybersecurity Initiative
The initiative, created in concert with the AHA, includes free and heavily discounted cybersecurity services and more.
7/16/2025
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
