Stern Cardiovascular Foundation

The Stern Cardiovascular Foundation, also known as SCF, is a foundation dedicated to cardiovascular health. It is headquartered in the United States of America. The organization provides cardiovascular care to patients and maintains electronic medical records for those individuals. Its services involve handling personal and health data of patients and associated individuals. The foundation’s operations include the management of sensitive health information as part of its clinical activities.

In September 2022, the Stern Cardiovascular Foundation experienced a ransomware attack that involved unauthorized access to its network over a multi‑day period. The incident prompted the engagement of third‑party cybersecurity experts to restore systems and avoid any disruption to services. While the organization’s electronic medical records were reported as unaffected, the possibility of data exfiltration could not be ruled out. The breach was preliminarily estimated to affect approximately 501 individuals, pending a full investigation to confirm the exact scope and data types involved. Following the attack, the foundation collaborated with cybersecurity specialists to strengthen its defenses and improve its security posture. These actions reflect the organization’s commitment to protecting patient information and maintaining operational resilience.