Florida Health Dept reacts swiftly to cyber hack

July 15, 2024
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Florida Department of Health Cybersecurity Hack Response

TLDR:

  • The Florida Department of Health responded to a cybersecurity hack targeting healthcare organizations.
  • Deputy Communications Director Jae Williams stated that systems were proactively taken offline to enhance security measures.

The Florida Department of Health has taken action in response to a cybersecurity hack targeting healthcare organizations. Deputy Communications Director Jae Williams mentioned that this is one of several attacks by criminal hacking organizations on multiple states. While most systems and services are still operational, some were proactively taken offline to strengthen security measures and enhance monitoring. The department is committed to protecting the private data of Floridians and will notify any affected parties once a comprehensive assessment of the situation is completed. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is investigating the incident, and any criminal activity will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.


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