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The top 15 data points that hackers steal from you

Author(s)Todd Shryock
Fact checked by: AC Baltz
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Key Takeaways

  • Cybersecurity threats in health care target sensitive patient data and critical systems, especially through ransomware, phishing and data breaches.
  • Health care organizations are particularly vulnerable due to aging technology, limited IT resources and interconnected networks.
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When hackers gain access to leaked data, you might be surprised by the information they target most often.

Cybersecurity threats are a growing concern in health care, where sensitive patient data and critical systems are prime targets for cybercriminals. Ransomware attacks, phishing schemes and data breaches are increasingly common, compromising patient privacy and disrupting care delivery. Health care organizations often face unique vulnerabilities due to aging technology, limited IT resources and interconnected networks.

Surfshark, a cybersecurity firm, compiled a report of the most leaked data points in the United States. Here are the key findings:

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