Amgen Reveals Data Breach as Healthcare Sector Grapples with Surge in Cyberattacks
Pharmaceutical giant Amgen has disclosed a data breach after hackers stole company data and patient health information from cloud storage systems run by third-party providers. The incident, which was detected on July 29, is the latest in a string of cyberattacks targeting healthcare companies.
The company stated that it had determined the incident to be material based on its evaluation of how many files were affected and the possibility that the information in those files could be sensitive. Amgen has activated its cybersecurity response plan, put containment measures in place, and brought in independent forensic experts to investigate the breach.
To date, the company said it has not found any impact on its products, manufacturing operations, financial reporting systems, or its ability to meet patient needs. The incident comes as Amgen faces scrutiny over its rare-disease drug Tavneos, after a major medical journal retracted a key study backing the treatment.