Qbot and Mirai Malware Unleash Digital Havoc: Healthcare Industry Suffers as Cyber Threats Surge

The healthcare industry has been heavily targeted as Qbot and Mirai cyber threats make a comeback. Trojan Qbot has instigated a global malspam campaign, spreading malware through malicious emails. Meanwhile, IoT malware Mirai has returned after a year-long break, exploiting a vulnerability in TP-Link routers for destructive DDoS attacks. The cyber threats have been particularly disruptive to healthcare institutions, causing potential breaches of patient data and payment information.