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Ransomware Guidance Presentation for Health Centers


Updated with information on ransomware alerts, meltdown, and spectre mitigation resources

Year Developed: 2017

Resource Type: Publication.

Primary Audience: General Audience

Language(s): English

Developed by: HITEQ (See other resources developed by this organization).

Resource Summary: Ransomware is a type of malware that takes control over a computer or computer system by encrypting all the data on the drive. The data is then held at ransom until a predetermined cost is paid. Due to the use of cryptocurrencies (e.g., bitcoins) for payment it is difficult to track those demanding the ransom making it tough to prosecute.

Resource Topic: Health Information Technology (HIT)/Data

Resource Subtopic: —Clinical Issues, Privacy and Security.

Keywords: Security Risk Assessment (SRA).

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of an award totaling $6,625,000 with 0 percentage financed with non-governmental sources. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government. For more information, please visit HRSA.gov.