Cyberattacks have soared during the pandemic, with criminals using ransomware such as Ryuk to target the overburdened health sector. IBM recently shone a light on a phishing scheme targeting organizations involved in the cold storage supply chains necessary to deliver the delicate vaccines. There are no sector-specific standards for cybersecurity and many hospitals still use legacy equipment and disparate hardware and software platforms, making it easier for bad actors to exploit their systems. There is an urgent need to address security shortfalls.
Source: https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2021/01/07/hospitals-under-siege/