Why is healthcare data frequently the target of ransomware attacks?
A) Cyber attackers disagree with the way the healthcare industry works.
B) Healthcare data is more plentiful than other types of data.
C) Healthcare data is time sensitive, so cyber attackers are more likely to get paid quickly
D) Cyber attackers would rather ransom the data than destroy it because they realize its importance.

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Healthcare data is time sensitive, and disruptions can have immediate and severe consequences, making organizations more likely to pay ransoms quickly to restore access.

Why Is Healthcare Data Frequently the Target of Ransomware Attacks