Ascension St. John Medical Center in Tulsa Battles Technology Disruptions Amid Cybersecurity Breach Investigation
Tulsa’s largest healthcare system is currently grappling with technology disruptions as it investigates a potential cybersecurity breach. Ascension St. John Medical Center in Tulsa is reportedly operating without internet access, computer-based patient charts, and telephone lines, according to reports. In a written statement provided to the Tulsa World, a hospital spokeswoman confirmed that on May 8, unusual activity was detected on select technology network systems. Immediate response, investigation, and remediation efforts were initiated. As a result, access to some systems has been interrupted during this ongoing process.
Healthcare organizations have become increasingly reliant on technology to manage patient care and store sensitive information. Unfortunately, this has also made them targets for cybercriminals who seek to hold data and networks hostage for ransom payments. Last fall, Hillcrest HealthCare System faced patient rescheduling and diversion after a ransomware attack on its parent company, Ardent. Ascension, the faith-based organization that runs Ascension St. John Medical Center, stated that patients will be notified if the investigation into the unusual activity reveals any compromise of sensitive information. Necessary authorities have been informed, and a full investigation is underway to determine the extent of any potential data breach.
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