‘Significant’ cyberattack targets UVM health network in Vermont, northern New York

A cyberattack disrupted services at the University of Vermont Health Network, affecting six hospitals. The attack rendered the MyChart Patient Portal unusable and patient data may have been compromised. The FBI is investigating the incident. The attack occurred on the same day as a warning was released about increased cyber threats to hospitals, with ransomware attacks targeting the healthcare sector. Hospitals are seen as vulnerable targets due to their high patient volumes, connected devices, and use of older operating systems.