Security Affairs

JUNE 24, 2020

In the attacks observed by Symantec, the REvil ransomware operators used the Cobalt Strike penetration testing toolkit to deploy their malware. The attack was successful in three cases against companies from the services, food, and healthcare industry sectors. ” reads the analysis published by Symantec. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Penetration Testing

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Threat actors (TAs) are employing elaborate phishing websites and subdomain takeover... The post Phishing Campaign Targets Crypto & Healthcare with ScreenConnect appeared first on Penetration Testing.

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Penetration Testing

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The prominent healthcare network Norton Healthcare recently fell victim to a substantial cyberattack, resulting in the data breach of over two million individuals. The organization, comprising dozens of clinics and hospitals across Kentucky, announced... The post Norton Healthcare Data Breach Affects 2.5

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Responsible Cyber

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

As a result, many organizations are asking: Should we conduct penetration testing (pentesting) on our third parties? Why Pentesting Third Parties Matters Penetration testing involves simulating real-world cyberattacks to identify vulnerabilities in systems, networks, or applications. The answer is not straightforward.

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Appknox

APRIL 22, 2021

Adaptation of large-scale web applications at a wider level in several multi-faced industry verticals like healthcare, banking, intelligence services and others has exposed them to massive data breaches. Despite increasing awareness about security, complex threat vectors continue to put organizations across the globe under attack.

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Penetration Testing

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

Huntress has uncovered a series of cyberattacks targeting several healthcare organizations in the United States. The attacks focus on the ScreenConnect remote access systems, widely used in the healthcare sector.

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Penetration Testing

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Cyble Research and Intelligence Labs (CRIL) has recently uncovered a covert and sophisticated cyberespionage campaign dubbed “HeptaX,” which exploits Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) settings to gain unauthorized access to targeted... The post Healthcare Under Fire: HeptaX Campaign Steals and Manipulates Sensitive Data appeared first on Cybersecurity (..)

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The American Water cyber breach underscores the risk of cyber threats in various sectors traditionally seen as less vulnerable compared to industries like finance or healthcare. Penetration testing: Regularly simulate cyberattacks through penetration testing to identify exploitable vulnerabilities in the system.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 16, 2021

Cyber attacks against the healthcare industry continue to rise. Their story is an example for other healthcare systems to follow. The hospital system realized they needed to shore up their defenses when routine penetration tests flagged IT operations practices that could allow malicious hackers to capture privileged passwords.

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Penetration Testing

JANUARY 23, 2024

Unit 42 researchers have meticulously tracked BianLian’s activities, revealing a group that... The post BianLian Ransomware’s Surge: A Top Threat to Healthcare and Manufacturing appeared first on Penetration Testing.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

This includes artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) systems that are increasingly used in healthcare. Healthcare organizations would need to evaluate their AI for accuracy, fairness, and security—similar to testing new drugs for safety and efficacy before they reach patients. for SecureWorld News.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Community Healthcare Provider Gains Added PHI Security, Improved Vulnerability Management on a Limited Budget. The post Frontline Web Application Penetration Testing (WAPT) Datasheet appeared first on Digital Defense. The post Frontline Web Application Penetration Testing (WAPT) Datasheet appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MARCH 18, 2025

Annual security audits, penetration tests, and biannual vulnerability scans. Contingency Planning Offers scalability to handle sudden increases in authentication requests during emergencies or crisis situations, ensuring uninterrupted access to critical healthcare systems. Implementation of MFA for all systems handling PHI.

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NetSpi Executives

APRIL 27, 2024

Table of Contents What is penetration testing? How penetration testing is done How to choose a penetration testing company How NetSPI can help Penetration testing enables IT security teams to demonstrate and improve security in networks, applications, the cloud, hosts, and physical locations.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

The FBI has issued an alert about threat actors targeting healthcare payment processors in an attempt to hijack the payments. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued an alert about cyber attacks against healthcare payment processors to redirect victim payments. million payments. ” reads the alert.

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NopSec

OCTOBER 4, 2013

The following post describes a recent penetration testing engagement that helped one of our customers address serious security vulnerabilities in an embedded medical device. The heart of the matter The medical device that was the target of our penetration test was a sensitive device used in heart monitoring.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

You are going about your normal day, following routine process at your healthcare organization, following the same business process youve followed for the last twelve years. 60% of healthcare respondents have five or more key management systems in use. Doug Bies | Product Marketing Manager More About This Author > basic

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JULY 19, 2022

The Professional Finance Company, PFC, suffered a ransomware attack on February 26 and on July 1 confirmed that over 650 healthcare providers were affected by the breach. “As ransomware attacks continue to devastate the healthcare industry, leaders must increase their cybersecurity visibility of known and unknown assets.

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Penetration Testing

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Change Healthcare has officially confirmed that a cyberattack on February 21, 2024, compromised the medical records of over 100 million individuals.

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Penetration Testing

MARCH 21, 2025

million healthcare The post Europol Cracks Down on 6.7M Hearing Aid Fraud Scheme Exploiting French Healthcare appeared first on Cybersecurity News. In a high-impact cross-border operation, Europol has dismantled a criminal network responsible for a massive 6.7

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Pen Test

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Introduction Radio Frequency (RF) penetration testing, popularly referred to as RF pentesting, stands as a vital domain within ethical hacking. It has significantly impacted various industries, from telecommunications and healthcare to transportation and entertainment. Why is RF Pentesting Necessary?

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Penetration Testing

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Nearly 5,000 individuals, encompassing current and former employees of Okta and their families, have been thrust into peril due to a data breach by a third-party vendor servicing Okta’s healthcare needs.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

AUGUST 23, 2018

While it’s no surprise to anybody reading this that data breaches are on the rise, the attacks facing healthcare organizations, most recently in Asia, are particularly worrisome. Before being introduced, healthcare organizations must be able to trust IoT devices. Evolving Threat Landscape. Consequences.

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Penetration Testing

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

A newly discovered cyberespionage campaign by the Chinese APT group Silver Fox has been found targeting Philips DICOM The post Silver Fox APT Targets Philips DICOM Viewers in Healthcare Espionage Campaign appeared first on Cybersecurity News.

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Hacker's King

DECEMBER 16, 2024

In 2023, major ransomware incidents targeted healthcare providers, educational institutions, and large corporations. In 2023, there was a significant increase in phishing attacks, especially targeting remote workers and users in industries such as finance and healthcare.

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Penetration Testing

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

It streamlines the transfer of medical imaging and patient data among healthcare providers. However, recent research by... The post Vulnerabilities in the DICOM Protocol: A Call to Fortify Medical Imaging Security appeared first on Penetration Testing.

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Penetration Testing

MAY 20, 2024

The flaws, impacting... The post CISA Warns of Actively Exploited Flaws in NextGen Healthcare Mirth Connect and Chromium appeared first on Penetration Testing.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 5, 2021

The attacker speaking Russian language leaked some instructions on how to identify a victim by doing google search and knowing details about their annual revenue and then using Cobalt Strike software to inject penetration testing software into the victims’ network and then deploy a beacon with malicious intent.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 10, 2022

Penetration testing (Pentesting) in a way that is quicker than conventional methods while still producing excellent results in the efficient manner for healthcare firms who want to improve their cybersecurity posture.

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NopSec

NOVEMBER 8, 2013

Many federal regulations such as GBLA, HIPAA and PCI require an annual penetration test. Customers often ask for our penetration testing services in direct response to a compliance request from an auditor or industry regulator. Blog Post: How much does a penetration test cost? appeared first on NopSec.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 30, 2024

in different industries, including energy, manufacturing, and healthcare. Continual testing While performing rigorous assessments before vendors are onboarded is important, so is performing ongoing internal and external penetration tests to simulate attacks and test for potential weaknesses.

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Centraleyes

DECEMBER 19, 2024

They address data privacy and the escalating threat of cyberattacks targeting healthcare institutions. The new healthcare cyber regulations will go into effect in October 2025. These new requirements align with a growing trend in healthcare: recognizing cybersecurity as foundational to both patient safety and institutional resilience.

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Penetration Testing

MAY 29, 2024

A widespread email scam campaign is targeting students, faculty, healthcare workers, and others with offers of free pianos, leading victims into an advance fee fraud (AFF) scheme.

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Penetration Testing

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

A new ransomware group, dubbed Anubis, has emerged, deploying double extortion tactics and operating under a ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) The post Beware of Anubis: Advanced Ransomware Targets Healthcare and Beyond appeared first on Cybersecurity News.

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Penetration Testing

MARCH 11, 2025

A Texas pharmacist, Dehshid David Nourian, 62, of Plano, has been sentenced to 17 years and six months The post $405 Million Forfeited: Texas Pharmacist’s Fraudulent Compound Cream Scheme Exposes Vulnerabilities in Healthcare Systems appeared first on Cybersecurity News.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 29, 2023

Securing the healthcare data warehouses themselves is equally vital to ensure the software applications’ security in their development and maintenance. Use strong access controls: Setting up strict access restrictions is one of the critical elements in securing healthcare data warehouses.

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Penetration Testing

JULY 30, 2024

These vulnerabilities, ranging from high to critical severity, could... The post Philips VUE PACS Vulnerabilities Expose Healthcare Sector to Cyberattacks appeared first on Cybersecurity News.

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