HBI Deals+Insights / News

Why are healthcare providers vulnerable to cyberattacks despite strong IT measures?

HCRG Care Group, a UK-based private healthcare provider, has reportedly been targeted by a ransomware group, Medusa, resulting in the breach of over two terabytes of sensitive data. The attackers are demanding a $2 million ransom and threatening to expose or sell the data if not paid. HBI spoke with Lisa Ventura MBE, a member of BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, and founder of Cyber Security Unity Limited, to discuss the HCRG attack. The conversation explores how this breach compares to previous healthcare cyberattacks and why, despite strong security measures, the sector remains a prime target for cybercriminals.