In the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare, telemedicine has emerged as a beacon of innovation, offering convenience and expanded access to care. The healthcare sector remains a prime target for cyberattacks, with data breaches costing more than any other industry. According to a report by IBM, the cost of data breaches in healthcare has risen from USD $10.10 million in 2022 to USD $10.93 million in 2023, marking an 8.2% increase.

In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, healthcare providers leveraging telemedicine are facing an unprecedented cybersecurity challenge: ransomware attacks. This article delves into the reasons behind the frequent targeting of healthcare data, identifies the primary ransomware groups involved, highlights the most common infection methods and outlines preventative measures.