UPMC Vendor Cyber Rating & Cyber Score

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UPMC is a world-renowned, nonprofit health care provider and insurer committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC is shaping the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research, and education. Dedicated to advancing the well-being of our diverse communities, we provide nearly $2 billion annually in community benefits, more than any other health system in Pennsylvania. Our 100,000 employees — including more than 5,000 physicians — care for patients across more than 40 hospitals and 800 outpatient sites in Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland, as well as overseas. UPMC Insurance Services covers more than 4 million members, providing the highest-quality care at the most affordable price. To learn more, visit UPMC.com.

UPMC A.I CyberSecurity Scoring

UPMC

Company Details

Linkedin ID:

upmc

Website:

http://www.upmc.com

Employees number:

40,981

Number of followers:

192,034

NAICS:

62

Industry Type:

Hospitals and Health Care

Homepage:

upmc.com

IP Addresses:

113

Company ID:

UPM_1816518

Scan Status:

In-progress

AI scoreUPMC Risk Score (AI oriented)

Between 550 and 599

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UPMC

Very Poor
Current Score
586
Ca (Very Poor)
01000
3 incidents
-47.0 avg impact

Incident timeline with MITRE ATT&CK tactics, techniques, and mitigations.

MARCH 2026
633
Breach
17 Mar 2026 • UPMC’s electronic health vendor: UPMC Data Disclosure Claims Investigated by Lynch Carpenter
UPMC Investigates Potential Patient Data Disclosure Following Vendor Breach

**UPMC Investigates Potential Patient Data Disclosure Following Vendor Breach** On March 17, 2026, Pittsburgh-based law firm Lynch Carpenter announced an investigation into a possible data exposure affecting patients of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). The incident stems from a security issue involving UPMC’s electronic health vendor, which operates a national network for exchanging medical information. UPMC confirmed that unauthorized access may have compromised patient records, though officials stated that Social Security numbers were not included. Exposed data could have included names, ages, diagnoses, and medical history. The health system is notifying affected individuals as part of its response. The breach highlights ongoing risks in third-party healthcare data systems, where vulnerabilities in interconnected networks can lead to unauthorized disclosures. UPMC has not disclosed the total number of patients impacted or the exact timeline of the exposure. Further details remain under investigation.

586
critical -47
UPM1773786562
Incident Details -
Type
Data Breach
Attack Vector
Third-party vendor compromise
Impact
Data Compromised: Patient records (names, ages, diagnoses, medical history) Systems Affected: Electronic health vendor network Brand Reputation Impact: Potential reputational damage due to data exposure Legal Liabilities: Possible legal investigation by Lynch Carpenter
Response
Communication Strategy: Notifying affected individuals
Data Breach
Type Of Data Compromised: Patient records Sensitivity Of Data: High (medical information) Personally Identifiable Information: Names, ages, diagnoses, medical history
Regulatory Compliance
Legal Actions: Investigation by Lynch Carpenter
Lessons Learned
Highlights ongoing risks in third-party healthcare data systems and vulnerabilities in interconnected networks
Investigation Status
Ongoing
Customer Advisories
Notifying affected individuals
Post Incident Analysis
Root Causes: Third-party vendor security issue
References
Blog URL Source URL
FEBRUARY 2026
632
JANUARY 2026
629
DECEMBER 2025
626
NOVEMBER 2025
622
OCTOBER 2025
619
SEPTEMBER 2025
616
AUGUST 2025
613
JULY 2025
609
JUNE 2025
606
MAY 2025
602
APRIL 2025
598
FEBRUARY 2024
781
Ransomware
01 Feb 2024 • Northwell Health and UPMC: Hospitals Invest Heavily in Cybersecurity and Core Health IT Systems in 2026
Healthcare Cybersecurity Crisis: Record Breaches and Soaring Costs

**Healthcare Cybersecurity in Crisis: Record Breaches and Soaring Costs Drive 2026 Spending Surge** The healthcare sector faces an escalating cybersecurity crisis as digital transformation collides with a relentless wave of attacks. In 2024 alone, over **276 million patient records** were compromised an average of **758,000 records exposed daily** while the financial toll of breaches surged. The U.S. healthcare industry saw the average cost of a data breach climb to nearly **$11 million**, with a single 2024 vendor outage affecting **190 million individuals** and exceeding **$3 billion** in damages. Ransomware remains the dominant threat, evolving from traditional file-locking to **rapid data-extortion attacks** that exfiltrate sensitive information in minutes. Attackers increasingly target **third-party vendors and cloud services**, exploiting weak links in the supply chain. The rise of **AI-driven cyberattacks** has further accelerated threats, enabling hackers to automate reconnaissance and craft sophisticated phishing campaigns that outpace traditional defenses. ### **Key Vulnerabilities Expanding the Attack Surface** Healthcare’s complex IT ecosystems create persistent security gaps: - **Legacy and patchwork systems**: Hospitals operate a mix of mainframes, SaaS platforms, and custom tools, leading to **inconsistent authentication, fragmented backups, and untested recovery protocols**. - **Internet of Medical Things (IoMT)**: Connected devices like infusion pumps and imaging equipment often run **outdated firmware**, making them prime targets. The **FDA’s PATCH Act** now mandates cybersecurity plans from manufacturers, but risks persist. - **Third-party and supply-chain risks**: Cloud-hosted EHRs, telehealth platforms, and imaging services introduce dependencies outside hospitals’ direct control. Experts warn that **vendor outages will become the top operational resilience risk**. - **Shadow AI and internal misuse**: Nearly **23% of clinicians** use unsanctioned AI tools, creating security and compliance gaps due to **lack of encryption and audit trails**. ### **Regulatory Pressures and Financial Imperatives** Regulators are tightening requirements to address these threats. The **HHS Office for Civil Rights (OCR)** is expected to finalize an updated **HIPAA Security Rule in 2026**, including a proposed **"72-hour rule"** mandating hospitals restore critical EHR functions within three days of an incident. Meanwhile, cyber insurance providers are **tightening underwriting standards**, requiring proof of robust controls for coverage. The financial stakes are higher than ever. Beyond direct breach costs, hospitals face **lost revenue, reputational damage, and litigation**. Boards are responding by **increasing cybersecurity budgets**, with **84% of CIOs planning a median 26% spending boost in 2026** the largest increase across IT priorities. ### **Modernization as a Security Imperative** Health systems are accelerating **EHR modernization** to reduce complexity and improve resilience. Major providers like **HCA Healthcare, UPMC, and Northwell Health** are consolidating onto unified platforms (e.g., Epic, Meditech Expanse) to **eliminate silos, enforce consistent security controls, and enable AI-driven care**. Key trends include: - **Interoperability and data governance**: Adoption of **FHIR APIs and strong encryption** to meet **21st Century Cures Act** requirements, alongside investments in **cloud data lakes and real-time pipelines**. - **AI and automation**: Deployment of **AI-driven anomaly detection and behavioral analytics** to identify threats in real time, though only **1% of healthcare organizations** consider themselves "AI mature." - **Resilience-focused architecture**: Network segmentation, **immutable backups, 24/7 threat monitoring, and zero-trust identity controls** to ensure continuity during attacks. ### **The Path Forward** Cybersecurity is no longer an IT issue but a **board-level priority**, intertwined with patient safety and operational continuity. Hospitals must balance **innovation with security**, embedding resilience into **digital front-door experiences, remote monitoring, and AI diagnostics**. Vendor governance is also tightening, with health systems demanding **business continuity guarantees** from partners. As 2026 approaches, the message is clear: **healthcare’s digital future depends on proactive defense, modernized infrastructure, and a culture of cyber resilience**.

535
critical -246
UPMNOR1773678972
Incident Details -
Type
Data Breach Ransomware Vendor Outage
Attack Vector
Third-party vendors Cloud services Phishing AI-driven cyberattacks
Vulnerability Exploited
Legacy systems Unpatched IoMT devices Shadow AI Weak supply-chain security Inconsistent authentication
Motivation
Financial gain Data extortion
Impact
Financial Loss: $3 billion (single vendor outage) Data Compromised: 276 million patient records (2024) EHRs IoMT devices Cloud-hosted platforms Telehealth services Operational Impact: Vendor outages disrupting critical functions Brand Reputation Impact: High Identity Theft Risk: High
Response
Network segmentation Immutable backups Zero-trust identity controls 24/7 threat monitoring AI-driven anomaly detection Enhanced Monitoring: 24/7 threat monitoring
Data Breach
Patient records Personally identifiable information Number Of Records Exposed: 276 million (2024) Sensitivity Of Data: High Data Exfiltration: Yes (ransomware attacks) Personally Identifiable Information: Yes
Regulatory Compliance
HIPAA (potential) HHS Office for Civil Rights (OCR) updates
Lessons Learned
Cybersecurity is a board-level priority intertwined with patient safety and operational continuity. Healthcare must modernize infrastructure, enforce vendor governance, and embed resilience into digital transformation.
Recommendations
Accelerate EHR modernization to reduce complexity Adopt FHIR APIs and strong encryption for interoperability Implement AI-driven anomaly detection and behavioral analytics Enforce network segmentation and zero-trust identity controls Demand business continuity guarantees from vendors Increase cybersecurity budgets and staff training
Post Incident Analysis
Legacy and patchwork systems Unpatched IoMT devices Third-party and supply-chain risks Shadow AI and internal misuse Weak authentication and fragmented backups EHR modernization Network segmentation and immutable backups Zero-trust identity controls AI-driven threat detection Vendor governance and business continuity guarantees
References
Blog URL Source URL
JULY 2018
795
Data Leak
01 Jul 2018 • UPMC
Phishing Attack at UPMC Cole

UPMC Cole has notified 790 patients treated at UPMC Cole that their personal information have been inappropriately accessed. There were two phishing attacks on June 7 and June 14 that were discovered through staff reports of the receipt of the e-mails. The phishing attacks were isolated to e-mail accounts and no medical records systems were breached.

737
medium -58
UPM2344101122
Incident Details -
Type
Phishing Attack
Attack Vector
Email
Vulnerability Exploited
Phishing
Impact
Data Compromised: Personal Information Systems Affected: Email Accounts
Data Breach
Type Of Data Compromised: Personal Information
References
Blog URL Source URL

Frequently Asked Questions

According to Rankiteo, the current A.I.-based Cyber Score for UPMC is 586, which corresponds to a Very Poor rating.

According to Rankiteo, the A.I. Rankiteo Cyber Score for February 2026 was 632.

According to Rankiteo, the A.I. Rankiteo Cyber Score for January 2026 was 629.

According to Rankiteo, the A.I. Rankiteo Cyber Score for December 2025 was 626.

According to Rankiteo, the A.I. Rankiteo Cyber Score for November 2025 was 622.

According to Rankiteo, the A.I. Rankiteo Cyber Score for October 2025 was 619.

According to Rankiteo, the A.I. Rankiteo Cyber Score for September 2025 was 616.

According to Rankiteo, the A.I. Rankiteo Cyber Score for August 2025 was 613.

According to Rankiteo, the A.I. Rankiteo Cyber Score for July 2025 was 609.

According to Rankiteo, the A.I. Rankiteo Cyber Score for June 2025 was 606.

According to Rankiteo, the A.I. Rankiteo Cyber Score for May 2025 was 602.

According to Rankiteo, the A.I. Rankiteo Cyber Score for April 2025 was 598.

Over the past 12 months, the average per-incident point impact on UPMC’s A.I Rankiteo Cyber Score has been -47.0 points.

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