OnePoint Patient Care Suffers Ransomware Attack

OnePoint Patient Care, a leading hospice PBM (Pharmacy Benefit Manager) and pharmacy, has recently fallen victim to a ransomware attack perpetrated by the group known as vicesociety. This incident was disclosed on the group's dark web leak site. OnePoint Patient Care is recognized within the Healthcare Services sector for its innovative, flexible, and comprehensive dispensing pharmacy and PBM services.

For over three decades, the company has been committed to delivering world-class customer service and efficient mail-order delivery models. Its fully owned and operated hospice pharmacies, strategically situated across the United States, enable local dispensing and delivery. Moreover, OnePoint Patient Care's technology suite, which includes productivity, clinical, and cost and compliance tools, integrates with all major Electronic Medical Records (EMRs), facilitating streamlined medication ordering and management.

Despite its strong reputation and innovative approach, OnePoint Patient Care has not been immune to ransomware attacks. The healthcare sector is particularly vulnerable to such cyber threats due to its continuous operational requirements and the frequent use of legacy IT systems. These systems often rely on unsupported operating systems and utilize insecure protocols for remote administration, making them susceptible to cyber-attacks.

The ransomware group vicesociety has yet to release specific details regarding the attack or the full extent of the damage incurred. Nonetheless, the attack is likely to have disrupted patient care and posed significant financial and operational challenges for OnePoint Patient Care.

This incident underscores the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures within the healthcare sector. The potential consequences of a successful attack are severe, emphasizing the necessity for healthcare organizations to invest in advanced security solutions and conduct regular training for their staff to mitigate the risks associated with ransomware attacks.

Sources

• OnePoint Patient Care
• CalMatters
• Security Intelligence
• Nebraska Telegraph
• Industrial Cyber