Small Colorado Hospital Successfully Defends Against Ransomware Attack
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
to have mitigated the impact of a recent cyberattack, allowing Family West Health in Fruita, Colorado, to maintain essential patient care services without compromising data security. Although the attack had ransomware-like characteristics, there is no evidence of patient data access or loss. The hospital's ability to implement isolation protocols and rely on backup procedures underscores the importance of preparedness and rapid response in healthcare IT security. As Family West Health conducts a forensic review, this incident highlights the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures in small community hospitals to protect sensitive information.
