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Ransomware attacks present growing threat: the best defense is a good offense

Authors :
Sheehan, Matthew J.
Cheng, Ronald
Gray, Danielle
Source :
Managed Healthcare Executive. July, 2016, Vol. 26 Issue 7, p7, 1 p.
Publication Year :
2016

Abstract

Cyberattacks based on ransomware--hacking into a computer system and holding it hostage until the victim pays to regain access--are on the rise. In one recent case, Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center [...]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
15339300
Volume :
26
Issue :
7
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Managed Healthcare Executive
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.460060592