Swiss Clinical Information System Provider Cistec Hit by Ransomware Attack, Promptly Secures Systems and Protects Patient Data

Swiss Clinical Information System Provider Cistec Hit by Ransomware Attack, Promptly Secures Systems and Protects Patient Data

Date Reported: 2025-02-12
Country: CHE | Switzerland
Victim: Cistec | Cistec
Website: cistec.com
Information :

  • Cistec, a Swiss provider of clinical information systems, was targeted by a ransomware attack on February 12, 2025.
  • The attack specifically aimed at services connected to Active Directory.
  • Client systems and patient data were not affected by the breach.
  • The company promptly shut down its systems to prevent the spread of the hacking incident.
  • Cistec is currently working on restoring its systems in a new secure IT environment.
  • The swift response helped mitigate potential damage to sensitive information.
  • Ongoing efforts are focused on enhancing security measures to prevent future attacks.
  • The incident highlights the importance of cybersecurity in healthcare information systems.

Article: https://www.ictjournal.ch/news/2025-03-03/des-cybercriminels-sen-prennent-a-cistec-fournisseur-suisse-de-systeme-clinique