Ransomware attacks on healthcare providers are escalating, putting patient data and critical operations at risk. One of the latest threats, Interlock ransomware, is actively targeting hospitals, clinics, and medical service providers with sophisticated cyberattacks.

Interlock gains access to systems through phishing emails and fake software updates, tricking employees into downloading malicious files. Once inside, the malware spreads across the network, stealing sensitive data before encrypting systems and demanding ransom.

🛠 Stages of an Interlock Attack

1️⃣ Infection: Victims unknowingly download malware disguised as updates for Chrome, Microsoft Edge, or MSTeams from compromised websites.
2️⃣ Execution: The malware installs Remote Access Trojans (RATs), giving attackers full control.
3️⃣ Lateral Movement: Hackers use legitimate tools like Putty, Anydesk, and RDP to expand their access across the network.
4️⃣ Data Theft & Encryption: Patient records and sensitive files are stolen before systems are locked down with ransomware.

🔍 Healthcare organizations are prime ransomware targets due to sensitive patient data and the need for uninterrupted services. These attacks not only breach data but also disrupt emergency care, putting lives at risk. Preventing ransomware before it takes hold is critical.

Unlike traditional security tools that react to attacks, Abatis stops ransomware before it even reaches the operating system, ensuring data security and system reliability where it matters most.