Day 2 of canceled classes at University of New Mexico after Health Sciences Center cyberattack
The Health Sciences Center (HSC) at the University of New Mexico disclosed a cybersecurity event on Monday that required immediate system shutdowns and activation of an Emergency Operations Center. The attack disrupted medical operations, including cancellation of clinics and appointments at UNM Health hospitals, and forced rerouting of ambulances. Classes across medicine, nursing, and pharmacy programs were canceled for at least two days. Federal and state law enforcement, along with external security partners, were engaged for investigation and containment.
Key points
- UNM Health Sciences Center hit by cyberattack on October 26; clinics and classes canceled for two days.
- Attack forced hospital system to divert ambulances and dismiss non-essential staff.
- Federal and state law enforcement notified; external partners engaged for investigation.
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