Ransomware remains one of the most dangerous cyber threats facing healthcare organizations today. By encrypting or stealing critical data, attackers disrupt hospital operations, delay patient care, and pressure victims into paying ransoms—often with no guarantee of recovery.

Healthcare is a prime target because medical systems must stay online, patient data is highly valuable, and cybersecurity budgets often lag behind operational needs. Recent global incidents show how ransomware can halt surgeries, expose millions of records, and cause massive financial and reputational damage.

While prevention is essential, no environment is immune. That’s why backup and disaster recovery play a crucial role in ransomware defense—allowing healthcare organizations to restore clean data, resume operations quickly, and avoid paying attackers.

👉 [Read the full blog post here ](https://www.nakivo.com/blog/ransomware-in-healthcare-cybersecurity/)to explore real-world healthcare ransomware cases, common attack vectors, and practical strategies to protect medical data and ensure fast recovery.