Cyber Incident at Healthcare Solutions giant Henry Schein
On October 14, 2023, Henry Schein determined that some of its manufacturing and distribution businesses had been the target of a cyberattack. In response, Henry Schein reported the incident to law enforcement and took steps to contain the incident, including taking down portions of its computer system. Henry Schein also enlisted the help of third-party cybersecurity and forensic information technology experts to determine if any confidential information stored on its computer network was subject to unauthorized access.
The company has not shared any other details on the cyberattack, but its brief description suggests that it may have involved ransomware.
UPDATE 6 August 2024: The cyberattack disrupted its manufacturing and distribution businesses and had a residual impact on the company’s financial performance in 2024. ,
Incident Date
October 14, 2023
Location
Estimated Cost
Manufacturing and distribution disruption. Sales fell, stock price dropped