The Change Healthcare Cyberattack Saga with Dr. Terry Adirim

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In this spirited rundown of the Change Healthcare hack, Dr. Terry Adirim serves as our cyber sherp, guiding us through a labyrinth of digital misadventures with charm and cheek. This saga unfolded when cybercriminals unleashed a ransomware attack on Change Healthcare, a juggernaut in the healthcare transaction world, effectively holding a significant portion of the healthcare sector's data hostage.

The price for freedom? A cool $22 million in Bitcoin.

Bio:

Dr. Terry Adirim is a distinguished physician executive, clinical professor, and health policy expert. With a rich background in pediatric emergency medicine, Dr. Adirim has held pivotal roles within the Biden-Harris administration, leading major health systems and influencing healthcare policy. Her expertise spans clinical practice, healthcare management, and the integration of health information technology, making her a leading voice on the intersection of healthcare and cybersecurity.

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