American Hospital Association February 3, 2023
Cyberattacks are increasing globally and in the U.S., with health care organizations, especially hospitals and health systems, being prime targets.
A recent report from Check Point Research found that:
- The U.S. saw a 57% increase in the number of cyberattacks in 2022.
- Health care organizations in the U.S. suffered an average of 1,410 weekly cyberattacks per organization, which is 86% higher than 2021.
- The health care sector ranked second out of all sectors for the most cyberattacks in the U.S.
The AHA has long been committed to helping hospitals and health systems defend against and deflect cyberattacks that can threaten patient care and compromise patient safety. AHA’s National Advisor for Cybersecurity and Risk John Riggi, a former FBI...