Ransomware Attack on Memorial Hospital in Georgia Compromises 120,000 Individuals' Data, Malware Targeting Medical Sector Up 32%

A ransomware attack on Memorial Hospital in Georgia has compromised the personal information of approximately 120,000 individuals. The hospital has alerted those affected about the data breach, which is part of a broader trend where malware targeting the medical sector increased by 32% from 2023 to 2024, according to security provider Black Kite. This incident highlights the growing vulnerabilities within healthcare institutions as cyber threats continue to escalate.