Human-operated ransomware: why health and life sciences organizations should pay attention

Human-operated ransomware has become a significant threat to organizations, particularly in the health and life sciences industry. Criminals target these organizations because they understand the urgency in providing patient care, making victims more likely to pay the ransom. To reduce the risk of becoming a victim, organizations should use integrated and automated cybersecurity solutions, security orchestration and automated response (SOAR), cloud-powered threat intelligence, and move to the cloud for simplified vulnerability management, backup, and recovery. Implementing the Zero Trust model and practicing good cyberhygiene are also crucial.