Oklahoma Medical Center Hit by Ransomware, Data from 133K Patients Compromised
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Contributed by: Drex DeFord
Summary
A recent ransomware attack on an Oklahoma medical center has compromised personal information of about 133,000 individuals, underscoring the escalating cyber threats in the healthcare sector. The breach involved unauthorized system access, raising concerns about potential data misuse. In response, the medical center is collaborating with cybersecurity experts to assess the breach and strengthen its systems while notifying affected individuals about protective measures against identity theft. This incident highlights the vulnerability of healthcare organizations to cyberattacks and the necessity for robust cybersecurity strategies to safeguard sensitive patient data.