Ascension Health, located in Southfield, Michigan, encountered issues with their technology network systems on Wednesday due to “unusual activity,” which the company believes was a cybersecurity event. The incident prompted officials to take a closer look at the situation and assess any additional impacts on other systems.
The disruption affected clinical operations, but Ascension reassured patients that their care remains a top priority. Measures have been put in place to ensure that patient care continues without compromise.
To investigate and resolve the issue, Ascension has enlisted the help of Mandiant, a third-party cybersecurity expert. Authorities have also been notified and are involved in the investigation to address any potential risks associated with the event. In case sensitive information has been compromised, affected individuals will be notified and provided with necessary support.
As a precautionary measure, Ascension is advising its business partners to temporarily suspend their connections with the company until the situation is resolved. Partners will be notified when it is safe to reconnect. More details about the incident can be found on Ascension’s website as officials work to gather more information about the disruption.
