Cybersecurity Dive January 13, 2026
Eric Geller

A new report paints a picture of a sector with limited confidence in its defensive capabilities.

Dive Brief:

  • The healthcare sector experienced twice as many breaches in 2025 as it did in 2024, but the number of exposed patient records dropped precipitously, according to a new report from Fortified Health Security.
  • Ransomware attacks and third-party risk are powering the surge in breaches, with many of those intrusions now threatening operations more than data privacy.
  • “The industry has shifted from major, headline events to a more taxing state of constant disruption,” Fortified said in its report.

Dive Insight:

Fortified’s report paints a picture of a healthcare sector that recognizes the risks it faces but isn’t confident in its ability...

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