FBI Investigating Cyberattack at Oracle Amidst Patient Data Theft

Breaking news has emerged that the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is currently investigating a cyberattack at tech giant Oracle, with allegations that patient data was allegedly stolen from breach of older Cerner servers.

According to a report by Bloomberg News, citing a person familiar with the matter, Oracle alerted some healthcare customers in early March that hackers accessed its servers and copied sensitive patient information to an outside location. The FBI has since launched an investigation into the incident, which is believed to have been aimed at extorting multiple medical providers in the United States.

The breach was discovered by Oracle on February 20, when it became aware of suspicious activity on its systems. However, the company did not disclose the details of the breach immediately, sparking concerns among healthcare providers and regulators.

Oracle acquired Cerner Corp, a leading US-based healthcare IT company, in a massive deal worth $28 billion in 2022. This acquisition significantly expanded Oracle's presence in the electronic health record sector, making it one of the largest players in the industry. The purchase also came with a substantial contract with the US Department of Veterans Affairs, which has faced significant scrutiny and criticism over its handling of IT services.

It is unclear how many patient records were compromised during the breach or which healthcare providers specifically targeted by the hackers. However, the FBI's involvement in the investigation suggests that it takes the incident seriously and will work to uncover the extent of the breach and hold those responsible accountable.

The news has sent shockwaves through the healthcare industry, highlighting the vulnerability of electronic health records systems to cyberattacks. As regulators and lawmakers continue to scrutinize Oracle's handling of sensitive patient data, the company must demonstrate its commitment to protecting this critical information.