When a cyberattack brought critical systems to a halt, Segura® restored security and secured 100% of privileged credentials in record time. See how our PAM solution helped this healthcare leader regain control, prevent future breaches, and ensure compliance.
Healthcare
Latin America (LATAM)
Privileged Access Management
PAM Core
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Download ›A major medical diagnostics company processing 75 million clinical exams annually suffered a ransomware attack that shut down operations for seven days, preventing the delivery of critical medical exams.
With 2,000 unmanaged devices, 1,500 critical servers, and 500 databases, the organization lacked visibility into privileged credential usage, making it impossible to detect and respond to security incidents in real time.
In just three days, Segura® was fully deployed on a 3-node high availability and disaster recovery cloud architecture, delivering continuous, uncompromising security.
100% of privileged credentials are now secured and centrally managed through the Segura® platform, giving the organization complete control and visibility over every privileged action.
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servers scanned, discovered, and onboarded, securing critical infrastructure.
hours—that’s all Segura® needed to gain full visibility and control over privileged access.
privileged credentials secured, ensuring complete monitoring and traceability..
Introduction
A single ransomware attack was all it took to bring an entire medical diagnostics network to a halt. A major healthcare leader, responsible for processing 75 million clinical exams annually, faced a severe ransomware attack that brought operations to a standstill for seven days. Cybercriminals exploited weaknesses in privileged access controls, encrypting critical systems and preventing the company from delivering essential diagnostic services. With hospitals, laboratories, and outpatient clinics relying on its infrastructure, the organization had no choice but to act fast.
For years, the company had been expanding through acquisition. Without a centralized security framework, privileged accounts were everywhere, creating blind spots. The ransomware attack was a turning point. The company needed a solution to regain control, prevent future breaches, and protect its ability to provide life-saving diagnostics.
Major Challenges with Security and Compliance
The attack revealed the extent of the security gaps. More than 1,500 unmanaged servers, 2,000 devices, and 500 databases were left vulnerable, giving attackers unrestricted access to sensitive systems. Privileged credentials were embedded in configuration files and hardcoded into scripts, making them easy to steal. Without centralized credential management, cybercriminals were able to move laterally through the network undetected, escalating privileges and locking down essential medical systems.
Compliance had also become a growing challenge. The company needed full visibility into privileged access, yet real-time monitoring and logging were inconsistent across different environments. Security teams struggled to track who accessed what systems and when, making it nearly impossible to provide accurate audit reports. The attack was no longer just an IT issue, but a direct threat to business continuity, patient care, and regulatory compliance.
Segura® to the Rescue
The company needed an immediate and decisive response. In just three days, Segura® was deployed on a 3-node cloud-based high availability and disaster recovery architecture, restoring security and creating a failover system to prevent future downtime. Within six hours, privileged credentials were redefined, and all 1,500 servers, 100 network assets, and workstations were scanned, discovered, and onboarded into the system.
Security was reinforced at every level. Privileged session monitoring was implemented to track and record all administrative actions in real time. Multi-factor authentication (MFA) was enforced, preventing unauthorized users from accessing critical infrastructure. The company also integrated SIEM and user behavior analytics, allowing security teams to instantly detect unusual activity and block potential threats before they could escalate.
With Segura®, the company no longer had to rely on fragmented security policies across different locations. Privileged access was now controlled through a single, centralized platform, giving the IT team full oversight of every privileged action across the entire organization.
Embracing the Future
This medical diagnostics company is no longer scrambling to recover from security breaches—it is actively preventing them. What was once a fragmented and high-risk IT environment is now a fully controlled and monitored privileged access ecosystem.
Segura® has not only restored security but also provided a scalable solution that grows with the organization. As the company continues to expand, each new facility is seamlessly integrated, ensuring consistent security across every hospital, laboratory, and diagnostic center. Privileged access is no longer a weakness. It’s now a strategic advantage that protects operations, maintains compliance, and secures the future of medical diagnostics.
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