Stryker Cyberattack Causes Global Disruption, Company Says

Stryker, a global medical technology company that provides equipment and services to hospitals, announced on March 11 that it experienced a cyberattack that disrupted its operations worldwide. The company said that the attack affected its Microsoft systems, but there is currently no evidence that ransomware or malware was involved. Stryker also stated that it believes the situation has now been contained.

John Riggi, the national advisor for cybersecurity and risk at the American Hospital Association (AHA), said that they are aware of the cyberattack and are working closely with hospitals and the federal government to understand the situation and evaluate any possible risks. At this time, there are no confirmed reports of direct disruptions to hospitals in the United States due to the incident. However, the situation may change depending on how long the disruption lasts and whether it affects hospital services, technology systems, or supply chains connected to Stryker.

The investigation is still ongoing, and more information is expected as hospitals and authorities continue to assess the impact of the cyberattack