The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) have warned of an “increased and imminent threat” of ransomware to U.S. hospitals and healthcare providers. Their 10/28 alert and a Ransomware Guide, including best practices, is linked below along with UW Office of Information Security education and awareness materials.
CISA Resources:
CISA Alert (AA20-302-A) Ransomware Activity Targeting the Healthcare and Public Health Sector
CISA and MS-ISAC Ransomware Guide
Office of Information Security Resources:
Malware and Ransomware Risk Advisory