21
Feb
2020

Communication Is Key
From natural disasters to cybersecurity catastrophes, hospitals are always planning for worst-case scenarios. Ransomware, as a more recent threat, highlights the importance of hospitals having a plan for where to send patients during a crisis. Aside from making transfers to hospitals within the same organization, they should also have agreements with nearby organizations in the case of a larger attack. When the attack occurred, Campbell began periodically updating its website to inform patients of the ransomware’s impact, and the extent to which their services are open. This kind of open, honest communication is essential, including between affected hospitals when a more widespread attack strikes the region. Making full use of government resources is also crucial during an attack. The Homeland Security Office in Wyoming has established connections with local, state, and federal officials to respond to Campbell’s crisis, and in the meantime, the hospital is working with a private cybersecurity firm to take back control.Prepare For the Worst
Even when your guard is up, it’s possible for cybercriminals to get the best of your systems. When that happens, you need to be ready to respond with a fast-acting, smooth-moving plan that catches your attackers by surprise. With our Red Team Assessment’s tested virtual assessment process, you can prepare your response to current threats in a highly efficient, low-stakes environment. We try the real-world effectiveness of your security controls against realistic simulations that include:- Assessment of real-world threat vectors
- Circumvent security systems and controls
- Compromise perimeter/internal systems
- Establish persistent internal connections
- Gain network user account access
- Gain elevated privilege (admin) access
- Identify key systems and databases
- Establish backdoor access to key systems
- Capture sensitive data for validation