St. Margaret's Hospice

Profile narrative

St. Margaret's Hospice is a healthcare organisation that provides hospice and palliative care services to patients with terminal illnesses and their families. Its core activities include managing pain and symptoms, offering emotional and spiritual support, and assisting with end‑of‑life decision making. The hospice operates within the United States, serving communities that require specialised comfort‑focused medical care. As a hospice, it focuses on improving quality of life rather than pursuing curative treatments.

The organisation is situated in the United States of America, as indicated by its headquarters location. While specific figures regarding its size, number of facilities, or patient volume are not disclosed in the available information, it is recognised as a medical entity within the broader healthcare sector. Its role places it under typical healthcare regulations governing patient privacy and data protection.

St. Margaret's Hospice distinguishes itself through its specialisation in end‑of‑life care, a field that demands particular expertise in palliative medicine and compassionate support. In November 2020, the hospice was impacted by a ransomware attack carried out by the Pysa threat actor group, which used mespinoza malware to exfiltrate data and encrypt files across multiple U.S. medical entities. Evidence indicated that sensitive information such as Social Security numbers and medical histories was compromised, yet the hospice did not publicly disclose the breach, aligning with Pysa’s pattern of targeting healthcare providers and leveraging potential leaks for extortion. This incident highlights the organisation’s vulnerability to cyber threats despite its primary focus on patient care.

Incidents

1 incident linked to this organisation.