SAN DIEGO — Some patients of a local medical group that experienced a “cybersecurity event” say they are unable to pick up prescription refills and worry about their doctors’ limited access to medical records.
But because Palomar’s phones, faxes, and computers are down, there’s been confusion when he goes to see the doctor. Palomar said in an email to clients it found suspicious activity on its computer systems on May 5th “which was later determined to be the result of a cybersecurity event.”Palomar would not say if it’s been asked to pay a ransom — a common demand during cyberattacks on healthcare companies and hospitals.
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